The O’Brien Dennis Foundation was formed in 2009 out of a need to target and change social perception about male sexual abuse. The founder O’Brien Dennis was a victim of male sexual abuse and at age twenty-five wrote an autobiographical book detailing his abuse and how he dealt with the challenges. Out of constant request from his readers, O’Brien realized that it was imperative to create an avenue for men to discuss the abuse, feel comfortable and secure in dealing with the challenges of the abuse.
Mission Statement
To empower male victims of sexual violence to live productive and fulfilling lives in their communities.
Vision Statement
Empowering communities within New York, to create an environment where men and boys can speak freely about sexual violence and grow up free from sexual abuse.
Goal Statement
Educate the New York community about the effects of male sexual assault.
1. Photo exhibitions on male survivors
2. Create a comprehensive training module to teach social workers and clinicians deal with survivors.
3. Moderate self-help group for male survivors
4. Having continued panel discussion on male sexual abuse to help change social perception on male sexual violence.