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Our Team
Our Mission
Our Mission
The Vashti Initiative is a volunteer-driven organization lead mostly by fellow survivors of religious or spiritual abuse. We provide support and services to those experiencing the effects of spiritual or religious based trauma. Including those harmed by; religious cults, abusive religious institutes, and other adverse spiritual settings.
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
To empower and assist those fleeing and transitioning out of religious and spiritual abuse
Our Name
Our Mission
Our Name
Some religious texts tell the story of Queen Vashti of Persia. Vashti defied her husband and king, and thus her spiritual authority, in order to stand up for herself and preserve her dignity. Though she sacrificed everything by her decision, her legend remains an inspiration for others who find their voice and flee oppression
SIGN THE PETITION FOR CHILD RIGHTS
Join us in demanding a USA Child Rights Act to protect children in all environments. We believe that child safety trumps religious exemptions, and are advocating for Congress to create federal guidelines to guard children against abuse and negligence in Adverse Spiritual Environments.