Thriving Beyond MST
Thriving Beyond MST is more than a podcast—it’s a movement.
We amplify the voices of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) survivors, shine a light on systemic gaps, and push for real, lasting change. Through raw conversations, expert insights, and survivor stories, we break the silence, challenge the status quo, and build a future where justice is the expectation—not the exception.
We see you. We honor you. And we will not stop fighting until there are no more stories like yours.
Join us as we advocate to hold institutions accountable, push for reform, and create a survivor-led community.
🎙️ Subscribe now and be part of the change.
Podcast Website: www.thrivingbeyondmst.buzzsprout.com
Linktree to all podcast and social media platforms: https://linktr.ee/thrivingbeyondmst_podcast
Email: thrivingbeyondMST@gmail.com
Our Mission: Driving Change, Empowering Survivors, and Holding Systems Accountable.
Our Vision: A Future Where MST is the Exception, Not the Norm.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS
***If you are experiencing an emergency, please call. 911**
- VETERANS CRISIS LINE 24/7, Dial 988, then #1 or Text 838255
- Women Veterans Call Center at 1-855- VA-WOMEN
- Caregiver Support 1-855-260-3274
Additional Resources
1. Make the Connection (www.maketheconnection.net/conditions/ military-sexual-trauma): Make the Connection is a compilation of videos of veterans sharing their experiences with military sexual trauma.
2. BeyondMST(App)(BeyondMST|VAMobile): BeyondMSTwas designed to help people heal from sexual assault or harassment during military service.
3. Service Women’s Action Network (SWAN) (www.servicewomensactionnetwork.org): SWAN is the voice of women who have served or are currently serving in the military.
4. Protect Our Defenders (www.protectourdefenders.com): Protect Our Defenders (POD) Legal Services Program is the only program in the country providing free legal services specifically for survivors of military sexual assault and sexual harassment.
5. Combat Sexual Assault (www.combatsexualassault.org/aboutus): Our mission is to empower survivors of sexual violence by helping them find their voice and overcome barriers to obtaining justice, all while disrupting the cultural stigma surrounding the disclosures of these crimes.
6. National Veterans Legal Services Program (www.nvlsp.org): Our goal is to ensure that every MST survivor who qualifies for disability benefits receives the benefits they deserve.
7. Male Survivor (www.malesurvivor.org): A 501(c)(3), non-profit, public benefit organization committed to preventing, healing, and eliminating all forms of sexual victimization of boys and men.
8. Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (www.rainn.org): RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.
9. Help for homeless veterans 1-877-4AID-VET
Thriving Beyond MST
Episode 3: Uncovering the Cost of Silence – What Happens When MST Goes Unspoken
What is the real cost of silence after Military Sexual Trauma? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, host Dalia—veteran, survivor, and advocate—pulls back the curtain on the hidden impacts of MST that most never hear about: the toll on survivors, their families, military readiness, and the trust we place in those meant to protect us.
Released on April 1st to honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month, this episode explores:
- The mental and emotional weight survivors carry in silence
- The damage done to military units, leadership, and morale
- The overlooked cost to families, friendships, and even how survivors experience love
- The systemic failures survivors still face within VA and military care
Dalia shares how her own experience with PTSD, loss of trust, and healing shaped this podcast—and why reclaiming her voice is part of reclaiming her life.
💥 Don't miss the announcement about her upcoming presentation at the 2025 TAASA Conference in Denton, TX:
“Seeds of Solidarity: Empowering Voices With the Thriving Beyond MST Podcast.”
💙 We see you. We honor you. And we will not stop fighting until there are no more stories like yours.
🎧 Follow @thrivingbeyondmst to join the conversation and hear stories of resilience, healing, and reform. Linktree-> https://linktr.ee/thrivingbeyondmst_podcast
Subscribe, review, and share—because the silence ends here.
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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS ***If you are experiencing an emergency, please call. 911** - VETERANS CRISIS LINE 24/7, Dial 988, then #1 or Text 838255 - Women Veterans Call Center at 1-855- VA-WOMEN - Caregiver Support 1-855-260-3274 Additional Resources
1. Make the Connection (www.maketheconnection.net/conditions/ military-sexual-trauma): Make the Connection is a compilation of videos of veterans sharing their experiences with military sexual trauma.
2. BeyondMST(App)(BeyondMST|VAMobile): BeyondMSTwas designed to help people heal from sexual assault or harassment during military service.
3. Service Women’s Action Network (SWAN) (www.servicewomensactionnetwork.org): SWAN is the voice of women who have served or are currently serving in the military.
4. Protect Our Defenders (www.protectourdefenders.com): Protect Our Defenders (POD) Legal Services Program is the only program in the country providing free legal services specifically for survivors of military sexual assault and sexual harassment.
5. Combat Sexual Assault (www.combatsexualassault.org/aboutus): Our mission is to empower survivors of sexual violence by helping them find their voice and overcome barriers to obtaining justice, all while disrupting the cultural stigma surrounding the disclosures of these crimes.
6. National Veterans Legal Services Program (www.nvlsp.org): Our goal is to ensure that every MST survivor who qualifies for disability benefits receives the benefits they deserve.
7. Male Survivor (www.malesurvivor.org): A 501(c)(3), non-profit, public benefit organization committed to preventing, healing, and eliminating all forms of sexual victimization of boys and men.
8. Rape, Abuse, Incest National Network (www.rainn.org): RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization.
