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Spokesperson Against Teenage Dating Violence

Sarah Van Zanten

Palo Alto | 19

2008 AWARD RECIPIENT

“The thought of helping just one young girl avoid my mistakes and reduce her risk of abuse has been very motivating to me.”

Spokesperson Against Teenage Dating Violence

Sarah has been a passionate advocate for young women, speaking extensively with teens, adults, and media. Her message has helped decrease the stigma for other teens who speak out against their own experiences with abusive relationships, helping them get through a terrible experience and enabling them to promote awareness and prevention.