by Katrina C., Youth Educator TDVAM is a national, ongoing effort to draw attention to (and ultimately prevent) harmful relationship realities experienced by youth. Just because it’s a teen relationship does not mean it’s any less impactful. In fact, our formative dating experiences can greatly influence our subsequent relationships. The behaviors that become familiar…
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
By Becky Baines, Community Engagement Specialist Domestic violence thrives in silence. To be able to support victims and survivors, and to prevent domestic violence in the future, we all need to normalize it by talking openly about it. Having an informed conversation about domestic violence requires understanding what it is—that it’s much more than physical…
Read OnOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Join us throughout the month of October to raise awareness about the often hidden pandemic of Domestic Violence. While this issue is far from new, COVID-19 and the associated quarantines have led to a dramatic increase in the need to address this issue and support survivors. We’re excited to offer a number of opportunities for…
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