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Scenario

How to help someone when the systems meant to protect them pose different dangers

I know my neighbor is being abused but she's asked me not to call police because she's undocumented and I don't know what other help to offer.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The person faces the inadequacy of available help when institutional solutions carry risks the victim fears more than the original harm.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Gandhian satyagraha and nonviolent resistance?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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