February 2017 | Survivors of Torture, International

SURVIVORS Celebrates 20 Years of Service

by SOTIAdmin | Feb 27, 2017 | News

On February 27, 1997 Survivors of Torture, International (SURVIVORS) was co-founded by Kathi Anderson, Rev. George Falk, and Rev. William Radatz. SURVIVORS, the first and only accredited torture treatment center in San Diego, is woven into the community. Since 1997,...

How San Diego’s Torture Survivors are Affected by the Executive Orders

by SOTIAdmin | Feb 8, 2017 | Advocacy, Healing, News

Dear friends, donors, and advocates, Over the past week, our clients have expressed feelings of more uncertainty and insecurity. Clients who have not sought emotional support in years are requesting mental health services. Parents tell us that their children...

Plastic Bottles Needed for Elementary Program

by SOTIAdmin | Feb 3, 2017 | Donation needed

SURVIVORS provides emotional support to refugees in San Diego schools through a program called the Refugee School Impact Grant. Elementary through high school students spend time after school doing activities, talking about their new lives, and playing sports. This...