As one of the only two sexual assault prevention workers in Laredo, I wanted to create campaign where youth and community members could create their take on what SA prevention meant to them. While this idea was radical—especially for Texas, I knew it had to be done. I knew that people had their stories to share—to amplify others voices, and empower those still struggling with sexual assault. I was able to get TAMIU, Laredo College, most high schools, and clubs and organizations around the city to participate in art that was exhibited at Los Olvidados and Laredo Center for the Arts. This April (Sexual Assault Awareness Month) marks the 3rd Annual Not In My Jeans Project. We have collected over 100 pairs of painted jeans with powerful messaging. Some jeans are happy, and others dark. The jeans are different sizes ranging from 2T-3XL showcasing that every person has their story. Contributing artists had the choice to be anonymous or not within their artist statement. I believe you do not necessarily need words to get a message across. Art has a way of moving you with its clever messaging, and symbolism. While some may not have the words to express the impact of the Not in My Jeans exhibition, they are sure to be moved. The Not in My Jeans Project is a collective artwork of our community’s sexual assault awareness efforts. It is an emblem of support and expression of an important societal issue humanity continues to face. I am very grateful for my agency Serving Children and Adults in Need for supporting Not In My Jeans. I am extra grateful for my sexual assault team who include, Sylvia Flores, Jocely Zarate, Lilia Valenzuela, and Ilse Saucdo. They truly helped this dream of a vision come to fruition.