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The Silence Breakers
The TIME’S UP Legal Defense Fund is proud to have supported these courageous survivors of sex-based harassment and abuse — and the attorneys who advocate on their behalf — who are sharing their stories of resilience and reflection in their own words.
The TIME’S UP Legal Defense Fund connects workers who have faced sex harassment to attorneys and funds legal cases and provides media assistance for select matters involving workplace sex harassment and related retaliation.
Emily Anibal
A medical student who spoke out after experiencing sexual harassment as a teenage worker. Her case helped expose abuse affecting young employees and led to a major settlement, shaping her commitment to protecting others.
Sam Schultz
A New York–based singer and survivor who challenged abuse and institutional cover-ups in the opera world. Their story highlights the strengths it takes to speak out and their path toward accountability and healing.
Melissa Ing
A longtime health educator and advocate who faced harassment and retaliation in her career. After being forced out, she transformed her experience into activism, public policy work, and a mission to empower others.
Cristina
A farmworker who endured harassment and retaliation but found strength through legal support. Her journey reflects resilience, self-worth, and a message to others that speaking up is possible.
Jaribu Hill
An award-winning civil rights attorney, Jaribu Hill shares how she supports marginalized workers and survivors in Mississippi through advocacy, community, and justice work.
