Today we are blessed to speak to Kayleigh Kozak.  Kayleigh is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse, college graduate, political activist, public speaker and founder of Because You Still Matter, but more importantly a wife and mother to five beautiful children. In February of 2020, Kayleigh had to face her abuser once again in court, 13 years AFTER her case was closed.  Kayleigh was informed that when her perpetrators probation ended, so did her protection. So together with local Arizona legislators, Kayleigh worked to draft "Kayleigh's Law", a bill that offers lifetime protection to victims and survivors of sexual and domestic abuse, regardless of their abuser's probation status.  Yes, you read that correctly, that does NOT actually exist right now in most states.  As of this recording, Arizona and Wisconsin are the only two states that have signed this bill. But we are hoping that many more states, legislators, and leaders see the importance of protecting the victims throughout their lifetime.This podcast dives deep into what survivors have to deal with on a day to day basis.  How difficult it is to just live their lives, even after they've healed from their trauma.  The continuous reminders that even people who say they will help, don't usually stand up for someone who has been sexually abused.  How frustrating it is to have big influencers claim they will help, only to turn a blind eye.  When we say we must believe survivors, we also mean that we need to support them with our voices to elevate their stories.  Kayleigh is truly becoming her own hero and now has become the hero to many survivors who no longer have to relive their abuse in the courts to keep themselves safe. Connect with Kayleigh:Instagram: @thekayleighkozakWebsite: Because You Still Matter                     DonateKayleigh's Law: AZ SB1653Connect and Support 🙏🏽✨💙Instagram: @saveourchildrenpodcastBridget: @beautybyb____Becky: @becky_standbysurvivorsWebsite: www.standbysurvivors.com