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One nonprofit hopes to fund a pet-friendly domestic violence shelter in every state July 26, 2017 By domesticshelters.org Think of them as the Red Cross for animals, says Nicole Forsyth, President and CEO of RedRover. For the past 30 years, the nonprofit has been helping animals in crisis situations. They…
The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence applauds Senators Collins, Murkowski and McCain for standing up for victims and survivors of domestic violence, their children, and all Americans by voting against the Senate’s ‘skinny’ Affordable Care Act repeal, which would, if enacted as passed, have led to 16 million people losing healthcare and…
Abusers love excuses. They only yelled at you because they were drunk. They only hit you because they were hit as children. They’re only abusive because they’re depressed. It’s not their fault. Survivors told DomesticShelters in a recent survey that the number one barrier that often prevents them from leaving…
MY REVIEW Meet Claude, Famous Plastic Surgeon. Respected highly by Katie’s Father, an eminent surgeon. So much so that Claude and Katie ended up as a couple, then marry. This book handles the emotional subject of Domestic Violence, a subject I’m passionate about through my paid work and previous volunteer…
Become a Volunteer Giving back has inspired hundreds of survivors to begin their healing. We have chosen our role in our community and it is one of peace, healing, education, awareness, safety and change. We urge you today to ponder on what it is you believe your role is within…
Our priorities for the 115th Congress include: Funding & Appropriations – Together, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) programs, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) and the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Fund create and support comprehensive responses to the needs of victims of domestic violence. Reauthorization of…
Nationwide, the National Task Force to End Sexual and Domestic Violence works as an important voice in the conversation about public policy that can reduce domestic violence. While the National Task Force works to change federal laws, state, city, and community task forces are needed to focus specifically on the…
Many factors can contribute to domestic violence, but none excuse hurting another person. Partners who are in healthy relationships respond to problems by talking things out together—or sometimes by seeking therapy—and do not turn to controlling or abusive behavior. You have a right to be respected in all aspects of…
Camp HOPE America, a program of Alliance for HOPE International, is the first nationwide camping and mentoring initiative in the United States to focus on children exposed to domestic violence. Camp HOPE operates in collaboration with Family Justice Centers and community-based domestic violence and child advocacy agencies across the United…
Signs of Abuse Some signs of domestic violence are more obvious than others. Here are a few common signs. Does your intimate partner ever: Accuse you of cheating and being disloyal? Make you feel worthless? Hurt you by hitting, choking or kicking you? Intimidate and threaten to hurt you or…
Dianne L Stallings , Ruidoso News Published 1:20 p.m. MT June 22, 2017 | Updated 11 hours ago Transitional program is next step after domestic violence emergency hope harbor sign The Nest, the only domestic violence shelter in Lincoln County, is considered one of the best in the state. But…
As cell phones become smarter, they’re more like mini computers that contain lots of personal information about us. Here are 12 easy steps to take to manage your privacy and safety when using your cell phone. 1. Put a passcode on your phone. The easiest thing for you to do…
The Supreme Court ruled against Jessica Lenahan. So she appealed to a higher body. P.R. LockhartJun. 10, 2017 3:13 PM Jessica Lenahan thought that her domestic violence restraining order would protect her. In granting her the order, a Colorado court had determined that “physical and emotional harm would result” if…
Our advice can help parents talk to their children worried about recent events If you’re concerned about how a child is feeling following the tragic events in Manchester on Monday 22nd May and in London on Saturday 3rd June, you can call the NSPCC helpline on 0808 800 5000 for…
The abuser feels more powerful when he puts down his victim. If we look at verbal abuse as a means of maintaining control and power over someone, we can think of the types of verbal abuse listed and explained in this post as being ways that someone tries to dominate…
Military Mental Health Understanding the crisis With suicide rates dramatically rising and increased attention to the violence of veterans who struggle with mental illness, the military has been under increased pressure to provide ready access to mental health treatment, and to reduce the stigma associated with seeking mental health treatment.…
Published in TSA Rothna Begum Researcher, Women’s Rights Division Rothna_Begum Expand A woman at Dar al-Insania, an NGO-run shelter in the eastern city of Annaba on March 3, 2010. Dar al-Insania provides women victims of domestic violence, among others, with shelter and services. © 2010 Zohra Bensemra/Reuters “I would beat…
Editorial board Published 1:44 a.m. ET May 21, 2017 | Updated 12:06 p.m. ET May 21, 2017 (Photo: Jessica Phelps/The Advocate) CONNECTTWEETLINKEDINCOMMENTEMAILMORE You can’t ignore the senseless heartbreak the Kirkersville tragedy brought upon that community. Even if you don’t live there, you can see the pain in the faces and voices…
June Keeling, RGN, RM, is domestic violence coordinator and assistant researcher, Arrowe Park Hospital, Upton, Merseyside Domestic abuse can be defined as any violence between current or former partners in an intimate relationship, wherever and whenever it occurs. The violence can include physical, sexual, emotional or financial abuse. It is…
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) survivors of domestic and sexual violence are not only harmed by the abuse their partners inflict, but also by homophobic, transphobic, and biphobic laws, policies, and practices. On May 17 – the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia – the National…
May 15, 2017 You Are Not Alone: A Prayer Book for Victims of Domestic Violence, is the newest resource from the LCMS Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Task Force. This devotional prayer book will help victims give voice to their heavenly Father in the midst of heartache and despair. As…
We are waiting for more changes but it seems nothing is happening. Mike Freeman Oklahoma wide receiver Dede Westbrook arrives in the NFL with a handful of ugly accusations in his recent past.Brett Deering/Getty Images Day 3 news, notes and observations about the draft 1. The NFL‘s Disturbing New Normal…
King’s Harbor Church hosts the 59th Annual Easter Sunrise Service in Veteran’s Park on Sunday. Photo courtesy of King’s Harbor Church by Dan Bradford, pastor King’s Harbor Church Sunday marks the 59th Annual Easter Sunrise Service in Veteran’s Park in Redondo Beach. For the past 19 years King’s Harbor Church…
The event will take place from 7:30-9:15am at the Boston College Club in downtown Boston. We will in honor two stellar leaders who have shown what it means to put justice into action: Yvonne Abraham has used her voice in the pages of the Boston Globe to shed light…
Feminist theory in domestic violence emphasizes gender and power inequality in opposite-sex relationships. It focuses on the societal messages that sanction a male’s use of violence and aggression throughout life, and the proscribed gender roles that dictate how men and women should behave in their intimate relationships (Pence & Paymar,…
Domestic violence against women: Recognize patterns, seek help Domestic violence is a serious threat for many women. Know the signs of an abusive relationship and how to leave a dangerous situation. Your partner apologizes and says the hurtful behavior won’t happen again — but you fear it will. At times…