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Introduces

The RANT and RAVE™

Developed by artist, educator and abuse survivor, Cherie Lee, The RANT and RAVE is a public awareness and empowerment campaign co-created with local child abuse victims and survivors, asking us Recognize Abuse, Neglect and Trauma, and to Respect And Value Everyone™.

Problem Statement

A continuing under-estimation of the frequency and severity of childhood abuse, neglect and trauma, along with a general mistrust of the agencies intended to serve such victims, has been shown to result in an escalating cost to society in the billions of dollars annually as isolated and disengaged victims grow into diminished adult capacities, often suffering poor mental and physical health, destructive behaviors, and high incidences of incarceration and suicide.

This project aims to offer victims and survivors a unified platform in which to safely and openly share and release their experiences on their own personal paths of healing, helping connect victims to the support of their communities, alerting communities to the problem and the available solutions, and bridging service agencies to the children and families most impacted.

The result of a continuing personal struggle to contextualize my past and present experiences as I embarked on my own path of healing and self discovery, the RANT is soon to be a 501(c)3, and features an art installation designed as an immersive and interactive multimedia experience featuring a wide range of works reflecting an even wider range of adverse conditions.

Project Objectives

By creating this safe and open forum consisting of multimedia art installations and programming co-created with local survivors, RANT & RAVE™ aims to embolden impacted families and children through shared experiences and engagement, putting them at the center of the solution, and allowing their voice to help heal and educate their communities.

Taking control of their story in an open and safe forum
Become a part of a support network of similar experiences
Raise awareness and recognition of abuse and neglect

Strengthen community engagement through understanding and empathy
Share prevention strategies and response resources

Increasing recognition and accuracy of actionable reporting

The project is intended as a non-profit solution to the culturally endemic crisis, hoping to work in conjunction with local Children’s Advocacy Centers (CAC’s), their partners and related affiliates, among other relevant area organizations, and aims to become a valuable information and resource-sharing hub, with a focus on public awareness, education, and solution-based conversations and programming events.

Market Analysis

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), up to 1 billion children aged 2–17 may have experienced violence or neglect in the past year; however, World Vision Australia estimates that the number of children affected could be much higher, at 1.7 billion, due to underreporting.

According to the National Children's Alliance, more than 700,000 children (unique incidents) are victims of abuse and neglect in the United States each year (here again, the data is considered incomplete due to underreporting).

In the United States last year, 3 million children received an investigation or alternative response, and an estimated 1.8 million children received prevention services, including art therapy.
- The Philadelphia Children's Alliance (PCA) has supported more than 35,000 children since its founding in 1989, and serves over 2,000 children and their families each year who have been affected by sexual abuse alone.
- The New Jersey Children’s Alliance reviewed 3,574 cases, referring 2,114 for mental health services, including art therapy.

The inaugural RANT Exhibition is scheduled to launch in April 2025, coinciding with National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This annual event will travel to venues across the northeast, maximizing visibility and outreach. By presenting a diverse range of artistic expressions, the exhibition aims to inspire action and advocacy against child abuse and neglect.

Raise Awareness: Educate the public about the realities of abuse and neglect.
Strengthen Community Engagement: Foster dialogue and support within communities.
Share Prevention Strategies: Equip communities with resources to prevent and respond to abuse.
Co-Creation: Elevate the voices of survivors and families through collaborative exhibitions.
Promote Annual Events: Align with national campaigns to amplify impact.

Our trauma-informed approach ensures that every aspect of our exhibitions respects the dignity and experiences of survivors. Unlike traditional methods, RANT and RAVE empowers families and children to educate their communities, driving sustainable change from within.

Learn more about our origins here.