Cheyenne Wilson

Director of Outreach, Support Circle Leader + Chair Board of Community Diversity Board

location:

healing in Twin Cities Minnesota

favorite healing tool:

Box breathing, intentional dance, and spending time outside hiking or being with her horse

words of wisdom for others on their journey:

Knowledge is a powerful catalyst for healing and empowerment. By understanding abuse, trauma, paths to recovery, etc, you can find resources, make more informed decisions, and know that you aren't alone.

about cheyenne wilson

Cheyenne Wilson, BSN, is on a mission to raise awareness about the realities of sexual assault, eliminate the stigma associated with being a victim of this violent crime, and make lasting changes in the justice and healthcare systems. With a background in social services and a career in nursing, Cheyenne brings a unique blend of empathy, expertise, and passion to her advocacy work.

At 29, Cheyenne wrote and published "We Are the Evidence: A Handbook For Finding Your Way After Sexual Assault," published by Balance, an imprint of Hachette. This groundbreaking book, the first comprehensive resource of its kind, embodies Cheyenne’s decade-long commitment to supporting survivors and raising awareness about sexual violence.

Cheyenne’s dedication to this cause is deeply personal. Her own experiences have fueled her drive to create resources that didn’t exist when she needed them most. She understands the profound impact that belief and advocacy can have on a survivor's journey. Cheyenne actively collaborates with organizations and professionals to enhance the support systems available to survivors.

cheyenne's role in the community:

Sexual Abuse
Support Circle Leader

Neurodivergent Representative on Community Diversity Board

Chair of Community Diversity Board

Special Events Host

As the leader of our Sexual Abuse Support Circle, Cheyenne holds space with courage, compassion, and deep understanding. She creates an environment where survivors can show up in their truth, speak without shame, and connect with others who carry similar wounds. Through her leadership, the space offers both validation and community—a place for survivors to be witnessed, supported, and held in their healing.

As the Neurodivergent Representative on the Community Diversity Board, Cheyenne brings lived experience and insight to advocate for the needs of neurodivergent community members. She helps ensure our spaces consider diverse processing styles, communication needs, and sensory experiences—so that every member, regardless of how their brain works, can feel included, respected, and empowered to heal in their own way.

As Chair of the Community Diversity Board, Cheyenne leads with intention, integrity, and a commitment to equity. She helps guide the board’s direction, facilitates collaboration across representatives, and ensures that our values of inclusion, representation, and trauma-informed care are deeply embedded in all that we do. Cheyenne plays a central role in shaping a community where all identities are honored and all voices matter.

As a Special Event Host, Cheyenne brings grounded presence, heartfelt leadership, and deep survivor-centered awareness to the spaces she holds. Whether she’s hosting a candlelight vigil, leading a Sexual Abuse Awareness Month event, or creating a themed healing space for survivor storytelling and resilience, Cheyenne ensures every gathering is built on safety, care, and connection. Her events create room for both honoring pain and celebrating strength—reminding survivors that their voices matter and their healing deserves space.

Director of Outreach

Cheyenne serves as our Director of Outreach with deep heart, purpose, and a fierce commitment to connection. She is the bridge between our mission and the wider world—building aligned relationships, cultivating meaningful partnerships, and ensuring that more survivors know they are not alone. With every conversation and collaboration, Cheyenne helps expand the reach of our work while fiercely honoring its roots in survivor-led healing and trauma-informed care. Her presence ensures that our message travels further, lands deeper, and continues to create impact with integrity.