Ramsey County’s SOS program offers 24-hour support, non‑coercive options for survivors

Pahua Shaski described the SOS (sexual-violence services) program as focused on harm reduction and survivor-centered support. The program offers guidance and assistance whether or not a survivor chooses to involve law enforcement. "If survivors decide, hey, I want support to help me heal mentally, physically, but I don't want to press charges, you can still call the SOS program and they'll help you, walk through that and get you connected to resources that you need for your journey on what you want healing to look like for you," Shaski said.