Allow survivors to choose their level of visibility:
Neuroscience research indicates that storytelling activates the neural coupling process, where the listener's brain activity begins to mirror the storyteller's. When a survivor recounts their struggle with cancer, domestic violence, or a natural disaster, the audience does not just hear facts; they simulate the emotional experience. This fosters empathy, which is a stronger driver of charitable giving and policy support than sympathy.
Here are the non-negotiables for ethical survivor-led campaigns:
