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Celebrating 50 years of “Little House” Recently Jan was invited to attend and participate in the “Little House on the Prairie” 50th Anniversary and Cast Reunion in Simi Valley, California. It was a marvelous event and Jan was able to reminisce with cast members and fans alike about the huge impact the show had on her as a child, surviving abuse and multiple kidnappings. The iconic show first aired in 1974, just a few months before Jan was abducted. Before and after her kidnappings, Jan and…

MARCH 2024 A lot of exciting things are happening with The Jan Broberg Foundation this month. The Jan Broberg Foundation’s mission rests on three important pillars: Healing Through Community, Awareness for Prevention and Changing Public Policy. Here are some of the things going on this month to help continue the work! INSTAGRAM LIVE: Wednesday Wisdom This month’s guest are featured to honor Women’s History Month Live on Instagram @janibroberg Every Week The Jan Broberg Show Listen anywhere…

Join us on Instagram @janibroberg this month as we shine a spotlight on black professionals who’ve made significant contributions to survivors of child sexual abuse. We have been lucky to have had these inspiring people as podcast guests on The Jan Broberg show to help us fulfill our mission of bringing awareness and education about the very difficult subject of child sexual abuse. We have also enjoyed their insight and information at events presented to our online Thrivivors community.
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Understanding Child Sex Abuse Laws: A Guide for Parents and Advocates Hey there, wonderful readers! Today, we're diving into the world of child sex abuse laws—a topic that might sound a bit daunting at first, but fear not! We're here to break it down into bite-sized...

Breaking the Silence: The Importance of Open Conversations About Child Sex Abuse Hello, dear readers! Today, we embark on a crucial conversation that might not be the lightest of topics, but one that is undeniably important for the well-being of our children. At the...

HAPPY ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY THRIVIVORS
I know that my voice matters and that I’m important.” – E. “Thrivivor”
One year ago we launched our peer to peer online community that offers support, understanding and friendship to those who are on the healing journey. Over the past year we have shared our stories, our triumphs, our struggles. We have learned from experts who specialize in healing through movement, music, art and writing; they have taught us about healing techniques, setting boundaries,…

The Busy, Exhausting, Exciting and Complex Holiday Season
My father was a florist. He got his first job at the local flower shop when he was in high school and would later buy the same shop and become a master designer, creating for weddings, funerals and many local events. But it is his store during the holiday season that reminds me most of his work, the smells, the colors, the poinsettias, evergreens and ribbons, the music and buzz of customers and employees. It was a really beautiful and…

Hello, dear readers! We know it's not the most cheerful topic, but ensuring the safety of our little ones is a priority for all of us. The Jan Broberg Foundation is here with a friendly guide on how to recognize potential child sex predators. We believe that being...

The Jan Broberg Foundation knows that you, like us, are passionate about making the world a better place by working to eliminate sexual violence against children. We are thrilled to have you join us in this honorable cause, and know that together we can make a...