Last month, the Conference on Crimes Against Women celebrated Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ+) Pride Month. Officially declared Gay & Lesbian Pride Month in 1999, by then…
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Last month, we celebrated Women’s History Month, an annual declared month which celebrates the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Every March, we honor…
Intimate-partner domestic violence homicides are on the rise in many cities around the country since the COVID-19 outbreak began. In an effort to curb the rise in this tragic loss...
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Entering into the holiday season can be stressful and full of anxiety for many, but for victims of domestic violence past and present, it can be especially taxing. With the...
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In 1990, George H. W. Bush declared November as Native American Heritage Month. This month is dedicated to celebrating the rich history, culture, and traditions of Indigenous peoples across the...
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"Abusive partners in LGBTQ relationships use all the same tactics to gain power and control as abusive partners in heterosexual relationships... but [those] in LGBTQ relationships also reinforce their tactics...
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According to the National Council on Aging, 10% of Americans aged 60 and up have experienced some form of abuse. The actual percentage is likely wildly higher: it is estimated...
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In an effort to better protect survivors of Domestic Violence, Dallas police will now report Class C family violence convictions to the city’s department of public safety. The change means...
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