Don't walk alone at night. Don't leave your drink unattended. Don't hurt anyone's feelings. Most of us are taught these rules, which are intended to keep us safe from harassment, abuse, and assault, from a young age. Even though there's more awareness than ever of how pervasive gender-based violence is in our daily lives, the fears persist-and for good reason. While men-who commit almost all gender-based violence-are the ones who should be responsible for changing, those of us who are targeted shouldn't have to wait for the world to become a better place in order to live safer, fuller, more authentic lives. Using real-life stories, meaningful questions, and interactive exercises, Get Empowered will help you: Understand why gender-based violence exists and how it shows up, Let go of self-blame, Say what you want, Take up space, Heal from past traumas, Whether you're looking for ways to advocate for yourself, you're a survivor focused on healing, or you're committed to being an ally, this book will give you the tools you need to thrive.