Causes: Mental Health, Sexual Assault Services

Mission: SNAP is an independent, confidential network of survivors of religious sexual abuse and their supporters who work to:Protect the vulnerable:We expose predators and those who shield them. We build policies and practices within secular and religious organizations that protect children now and in the future. Heal the wounded:We share our stories and empower others to confront the truth. Together, we find healthy mechanisms for healing. Prevent the abuse:We educate ourselves and our communities about the effects of abuse. We speak in a unified voice to bring about change by exposing the malignant actions of abusive religious ministers and the church officials who shield them.

Programs: Snap reaches and helps thousands of victims of sexual assault each year. We provide consolation and guidance directly, through one-on-one contact (both face-to-face and via calls and emails) and support group meetings. And we help indirectly, through our public advocacy and education. In addition, we help warn parents, parishioners, and the public about dangerous and potentially dangerous men and women who commit and/or conceal horrific crimes against children. Finally, we reach out to and respond to many in academia, counseling, journalism, medicine and law enforcement, helping them understand and better deal with clergy sex crimes and cover ups.