Today we’d like to introduce you to Sarah B.
Hi sarah, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
So a little about me. My roots are in radio. I studied broadcasting and worked in radio for years, like ESPN and local media san diego . From there, I transitioned into DJ’ing. I’ve always loved music and storytelling, and spinning gave me a way to express that. I was moving through life with purpose, but then in 2020, everything shifted.
I was shot six times. My boyfriend Malik saved my life that night. in the act of saving my life malik lost his
When something like that happens, people talk a lot about the moment — the shooting, the hospital, the miracle of survival. But what no one tells you is how hard it is to keep living after. The physical pain is one thing, but the emotional and spiritual weight? That’s something else. I remember waking up one day and thinking, I don’t want to die anymore. That was the turning point for me.
That same day, I opened my phone and just started searching. “How to heal after getting shot.” I didn’t know what I was looking for, but I knew I didn’t want to feel the way I did anymore. That’s when I started finding local organizations that work to end gun violence. That’s when I found people who understood. That’s when I found my voice again.
From there, I slowly started regaining my confidence. But something kept standing out. While there were groups doing incredible work, I didn’t see many spaces specifically for people who had physically been shot. I realized that part of my healing was tied to creating the very thing I needed. That’s how Survivors Rejoice was born.
What started as part of my personal journey has grown into something so much bigger. Survivors Rejoice is a new nonprofit. Right now it’s mostly friends and family volunteering, holding this vision with me. We’re focused on healing from the inside out — mind, body, and soul — and supporting survivors of gun violence and trauma who are so often forgotten after the headlines fade.
We meet people where they are. Whether someone’s fresh out of the hospital or years into their journey, we believe healing is possible. We offer things like art therapy, yoga, meditation, sound baths, even horse therapy. We’re building healing circles that bring people together in a safe space. And it’s not just for people who’ve been shot. It’s for anyone who’s lived through trauma and is looking for support.
The long-term dream? I want to open healing centers in major cities most affected by gun violence. Places where survivors can come, feel safe, and begin to truly heal. The world needs more spaces like that. I believe we all have the tools inside us. Sometimes we just need help accessing them. That’s what Survivors Rejoice is about.
And now, four and a half years later, I’m DJ’ing again with Daygo Fatts, I relaunched my podcast SayNoMas, and I finally feel like I’m living in my purpose. It all started the day I chose to heal.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
It’s been far from a smooth ride, but looking back, every bump has taught me something. The pain, the confusion, the setbacks
they all shaped me. After I was shot, I lost so much of who I thought I was. I didn’t feel confident, creative, or outspoken anymore. I truly believed the version of Sarah who could DJ or speak on a mic died that day.
Mental health is real, and it shows up in ways we don’t always recognize. For me, I turned to alcohol. I started hanging around others who were hurting too, and we used partying as our outlet. From 2021 through most of 2023, I was out almost every night Monday to Monday. Most people didn’t even know I was struggling like that.
But can you blame someone when they don’t have the right tools or resources? You do what helps you survive, even if it’s not what helps you heal.
Still, deep down, I knew that wasn’t my purpose. And no matter how far I tried to run from myself, God kept showing me Survivors Rejoice. He kept reminding me it was okay to be who He created me to be. I just had to trust Him and take that leap of faith.
As you know, we’re big fans of Survivors Rejoice . For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
Survivors Rejoice is a nonprofit organization rooted in healing. We focus on creating safe, supportive spaces for survivors of gun violence and trauma, especially those who often feel forgotten once the crisis is over.
What makes us different is our approach. We don’t just focus on the event. We focus on the after — the part no one prepares you for. We meet people where they are and support healing from the inside out: mind, body, and soul.
We offer a range of holistic services like art therapy, yoga, meditation, sound baths, horse therapy, and healing circles. Some of these offerings are small and intimate, others are community-based and growing. We believe in giving people tools to help them reconnect to themselves, at their own pace.
Right now, we’re grassroots. Mostly family and friends volunteering their time to help make this happen. But what we may lack in size, we make up for in heart. And our vision is big. We want to eventually open healing centers in major cities impacted by gun violence — spaces where survivors can feel safe, seen, and supported as they work through their healing journey.
What I’m most proud of brand-wise is that Survivors Rejoice is real. It’s authentic. It’s lived experience turned into purpose. This isn’t just a nonprofit. It’s a movement toward deeper healing for anyone who’s ever felt like they had to figure it out alone.
At the core of our mission is this truth: hurt people hurt people, but healed people heal people. We want to be a part of that healing.
Before we go, is there anything else you can share with us?
I just want to remind anyone reading this healing is not a straight line. It’s messy, it’s uncomfortable, and sometimes it feels impossible. But it’s worth it. If you’ve survived something anything you deserve the space and support to heal.
You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to start.
Also, don’t underestimate the power of community. So much of my healing came from simply being around people who saw me, who listened, who didn’t expect me to “be strong” all the time. That’s what Survivors Rejoice is all about — making sure no one has to heal alone.
And lastly, I want people to know it’s okay to reinvent yourself after trauma. You’re allowed to grow. You’re allowed to change. You’re allowed to be loud again. I’m proof of that.
If you or someone you know has been affected by gun violence or trauma, please reach out to Survivors Rejoice. Follow us on social media, join our healing circles, or get involved as a volunteer. Healing is possible, and together we can heal!!
Pricing:
- FREE.99 lol
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Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.survivorsrejoice.org/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/survivorsrejoice?igsh=NjVidzNlZ2ltaTg%3D&utm_source=qr
