One survivor cannot represent an entire crisis. A campaign about domestic violence must include stories from men, LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, and people with disabilities. A single "perfect victim" narrative (young, cisgender, female, sympathetic) can silence other survivors who don't fit that mold.

There's a balance between creative freedom for modders and the responsibility to not harm or offend.

For those currently in the midst of a struggle, seeing someone who has reached the "other side" provides tangible hope and practical ideas for recovery. The Engine of Change: Awareness Campaigns

In educational and museum settings, such as at the Museum of Jewish Heritage , survivor testimony is what most effectively "gets through" to the public, allowing for a deep human connection to history and trauma.