Help American Sexual Assault Victims Abroad

For many young Americans, traveling abroad is a dream come true — and Quinn was no exception. She wanted her trip to be meaningful, so she volunteered with an early childhood learning program in a South American country and immersed herself in the local culture to improve her Spanish.

Quinn thrived during her experience, forming friendships with other volunteers from around the world. But on the night before her departure, tragedy struck. After feeling unwell following dinner, she returned to her accommodation — only to be violently assaulted by another volunteer. Her screams brought others to her aid, who restrained the man until local authorities arrived.

Shocked and traumatized, Quinn reached out to Pathways. We provided immediate emotional support, guidance through her options, and connected her with resources and counseling to begin the healing process.

Today, Quinn is safely back home, and she is deeply grateful for the support that helped her navigate the aftermath of this traumatic event.

Thanks to donors like you, Pathways can respond quickly to ensure survivors like Quinn receive the care, advocacy, and resources they need — helping them reclaim safety, stability, and hope after violence.

Thank you for your belief in our mission!

The Pathways' Team

When Giselle contacted us in June she was distraught. She had been drugged and sexually assaulted in Europe while on vacation. She was afraid and alone and she didn't know what to do. She called the police and they took a report but they didn't offer her a rape kit or to get medical attention.

Giselle panicked and took the first flight back home That is when she contacted Pathways.

We helped Giselle find a rape crisis center close to her for a medical exam.

We provided Giselle with legal resources in the European country and told her we would pay for a legal consult so she can understand what her options are. We have been providing ongoing emotional support as Giselle doesn't want her family to know. She feels ashamed, like so many victims of sexul assault. 

In the process of working with her, she remembered details about him and found him on social media.

Giselle has a long way to go as she seeks justice and we will be along with her every step of the way. She let us know that we are the only ones helping her, even the American Embassy told her there is nothing they can do

Without donors like you we would not be able to provide support to victims like Giselle.

Thank you!

Paula Lucas, Founder