ABOUT US
ASTOP’s Commitment to Equity, Liberation, and Justice
At ASTOP, we recognize that sexual violence is deeply rooted in systems of oppression, including racism, sexism, ableism, and economic inequality. Ending violence requires dismantling these systems and ensuring that all survivors—especially those most harmed by intersecting oppressions—have access to safety, healing, and justice.
We lead with a liberation lens by:
🔹 Centering Excluded Voices – We prioritize the voices of historically marginalized survivors, recognizing that when we work toward their safety and liberation, we create a safer world for all.
🔹 Honoring Survivor Expertise – Survivors are the experts in their own lives. We listen, align, and partner with them, acknowledging their unique identities and experiences.
🔹 Advancing Survivor-Driven Approaches – We foster life-affirming opportunities that transform harm into healing, accountability, and empowerment.
🔹 Challenging Systems of Oppression – Advocacy includes activism. We actively work to dismantle societal power structures that uphold violence, inequity, and white privilege.
We hold ourselves accountable by continuously evolving our policies, practices, and partnerships to ensure inclusivity and justice.
Liberation is at the heart of our mission. Together, we can create a world free from violence and oppression.
Meet Our Staff
ISABEL WILLISTON
Executive Director
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MICHELLE BOODRY, LPC
Professional Counselor
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STEPHANIE CRUM STEINFORT, LPC
Professional Counselor
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SARAH DAVIS
Programs Coordinator
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CHASITY BOLDEN
Client Advocate
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SAM ZERBEL
Prevention Educator
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Meet Our Staff
P A R T N E R S
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Mission:
At ASTOP, our mission is to empower survivors, prioritize healing, and disrupt the cycle of sexual violence, thereby contributing to safer, flourishing, and anti-oppressive communities for all.
Vision:
An anti-oppressive world where sexual violence is eradicated, survivors are believed, supported, and empowered to heal, and communities honor and prioritize bodily autonomy, safety, and the well-being of all individuals.
Values:
🔹 Empowerment: We foster autonomy, resiliency, and self-determination for all survivors while they are on their unique journeys to healing.
🔹 Inclusivity: We ensure that every survivor is heard, validated, and supported, irrespective of background or identity; we actively create an inclusive environment, ensuring accessibility and respect for the unique experiences of everyone we serve.
🔹 Intersectionality: We acknowledge and address interconnected oppressions by ensuring our services respond to the diverse identities and backgrounds that may contribute to the experiences of sexual violence.
🔹 Hope and Healing: We cultivate an environment fostering resilience and empowerment for survivors of sexual violence. Our programs inspire strength, instill optimism, and guide individuals on a transformative journey toward renewed well-being, offering steadfast support as they courageously reclaim their lives.
🔹 Collaboration: Through a shared expertise and commitment to collective action, we create an environment where survivors feel empowered and supported on their journey towards healing and justice. We foster unity with survivors, advocates, community partners and stakeholders in efforts to provide a more impactful response to sexual violence.