Which principle involves involving the survivor in decision-making and planning?

• A. Authority and unilateral decisions.
• B. Collaboration with the survivor in decision-making.
• C. Coercion and manipulation.
• D. Isolation from support networks.

Answer: (B)

In survivor-centered practice, decisions about safety and next steps are made together with the survivor. This collaboration means listening to their goals, explaining options and risks clearly, and making plans that reflect what they want and feel able to do. It respects their autonomy, builds trust, and helps ensure that actions—whether about safety planning, accessing services, or pursuing legal steps—are feasible and aligned with their priorities.

The other approaches undermine safety and autonomy: giving authority to someone else and making unilateral decisions strips the survivor of choice; coercion and manipulation are abusive and violate ethical standards; isolating them from support networks removes essential safety and resources.