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My Bruises Are From jiu-jitsu

Support Survivors on the mats. Become an Ambassador, a MBAF Academy, or a Clear Mat Standards Supporter.

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A supportive network around the world

Discover the network of strong women in our community raising awareness and funds to support domestic violence shelters and survivor resources.

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Submit the Silence. End Domestic Violence.

It’s more than just a motto, it’s our mission. Now, more than ever, is the time to promote safe training environments and empowerment through jiu-jitsu and self defense.

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support survivors and show your commitment to safe training spaces and the greater Community!

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Wear it. Share it. Stand with survivors.

Ambassadors carry the message onto the mats β€” starting conversations, sharing survivor resources, and breaking the silence in their gyms and communities.

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Represent in the Community

Train together. Give together.

Turn an open mat, seminar or tournament at your academy into a fundraiser for a domestic violence shelter near you β€” so every dollar raised supports survivors in your own community.

organize a fundraiser for your local shelter
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