Deseret News- Erika Hansen

It looks like this is just a topic about what is popular right now. They talked about that British lady who sang "I dreamed a dream" (which was cool I thought) and they talked about Gas.....and OUR ERIKA!! Again....to tell you that I'm so proud of her wouldn't do it justice! This woman is amazing! Whether or not she wins, the fact that she has turned her experience into triumph and have inspired others to instead of looking at it as a Taboo subject that needs to be hidden, she has taught them to celebrate and be proud of being a survivor. That alone in itself is worth it, regardless of the outcome in June...so proud of you Erika. I hope one day you are able to see even just a GLIMPSE of the lives you changed for the better.

Erika's Story on KSL TV

Here's the story that ran last night on KSL...we're so proud of Erika and what a powerful spokesperson she is for Miss Iron County and sex abuse victims and their loved ones nationwide!

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Special Thanks!

Just wanted to take a minute and let my directors know how thankful I am for all of their help and support. I couldn't be doing this without them! Also, a special thanks to all of the public who have opened their hearts to my story and have been more than supportive. The reactions and the comments I have received have been more than uplifting and I am extremely grateful! Thank you again!

Erika on Deseret News...FRONT PAGE!

Erika is getting amazing attention from her platform. Thank you Becki for helping her find a venue to share her voice. The comments are almost just as impressive. Usually when theres a "Beauty Pageant" being thrust into the media, you get a lot of people who just want to talk about how discriminating they are and awful for women, yadda yadda yadda. To say that I'm proud of Erika wouldn't begin to describe how I feel and what I think about her. You're doing and INCREDIBLE job Erika, keep it up! Click here to read it.

Prevent Child Sex Abuse: Erika's News Spot

April, is Sexual Assault Awareness month, an issue that's getting alot more attention thanks to the efforts of one Cedar City woman. Erika Hansen holds the title of Miss Iron County and will compete this summer for the title of Miss Utah.She is also a spokes-person in the battle against sexual abuse.Hansen is a victim herself, having been abused by her step-father for 7 years. Erika eventually brought charges against him, and her step father will likely spend the balance of his life in prison.Now, Miss Iron County is trying to make sure that no one misses the signs of sexual abuse. Hansen says one of the major signs is a dramatic change in behavior.

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