DOMESTIC ABUSE ADVOCACY
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- Domestic Abuse of Men: 40% of Domestic Violence Reports are of Women Harming MenIn domestic violence cases, the victim is not always women or children. Society needs to recognize that men can be victims too.
- Domestic Violence Towards MenIf you are or know a man, woman or child being abused help is a phone call away. The National Domestic Abuse Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE (1-800-799-7233). Make the call, it could save a life.
- Rhode Island Shelters for Victims of Domestic ViolenceIt's a small state. Some people even call it a "colony" of Massachusetts. Still Rhode Island has its share of violent crimes stemming out of domestic settings but also shelters ready to assist victims
- Domestic Violence and Unethical Treatment of Survivors by Police and Family CourtsRevictimization by the criminal and family court system; child welfare services agencies, father’s rights attorneys and an overall unsympathetic police response, create a barrier to the ability of battered women and their children to escape the abuse.
- Domestic Violence LegislationThis article covers domestic violence legislation at both the federal and state level. The law of focus is the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
Animal Abuse Laws and Animal RightsAnimal abuse laws aren't necessarily written with animal rights in mind. Every state has laws against animal cruelty. Hurricane Katrina opened our eyes to animal rights, but too many pets had to die for that to happen.
What is Elder Abuse and What Can Be Done About It?Seniors can be especially vulnerable to various forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, and financial. There are many resources to learn more about this problem and how to combat it.- How the Media Covers Domestic Violence Disputes: Celebrities Versus Ordinary PeopleThe national and local media--how do the media polarize or take sides in ugly divorces, domestic violence disputes, and custody battles?
- Penelope House in Mobile, Alabama Saves the Lives of Abuse VictimsPenelope House is a non-profit organization that was established in 1979 by the daughters of Penelope. Their mission is to help victims of domestic violence regain social and economical independence.
- What to Do If You Suspect Someone You Know is a Victim of Domestic ViolenceIf you suspect someone you know is a victim of domestic violence reach out to him or her. They are in desperate need of a friend. Listen to them, keep what they say confidential, and above all believe them.
- Domestic Violence Doesn't Equal LoveI have been the victim of domestic violence. There are many movies aboout domestic violence.
Domestic Violence, the Human ConditionMost of us become advocates for women victims as we jump on the cultural bandwagon. Meanwhile we are encouraging, invaliding, downplaying, or outright denying men who are victims of women.
Domestic Violence Pre-Francine Hughes: How Did The Burning Bed Help Bring Light to the Issue?What makes cases like this difficult to prove is the sociological belief that women are weaker than men and it is difficult, not to mention embarrassing, for men to admit and prove that they are being abused by women.- How to Stop Elderly AbuseThe extent of abuse against our elderly senior citizens is far more than what is reported. Senior citizens are neglected, abused, exploited and even killed by the very people charged with their care. It is imperative that we report abuse of the elderly.
- Women's Advocates Fear Bloomberg's New Subsidy Rules Will Discourage Domestic Violence VictimsThe recent housing subsidy rules implemented by the Bloomberg administration will be yet another obstacle for victims of domestic violence, who may face homelessness if they unable to find a full time job while they are shelter residents.
Domestic Violence 101: Understand the Truth, Stop the Abuse: Male VictimsPhilip Cook, author of Abused Men-The Hidden Side of Domestic Violence (Praeger) and Policy Adviser for Stop Abusive and Violent Environments (S.A.V.E.) answers a few questions.
Domestic Violence Help in the San Jose, California AreaEvery year both women and men die because of domestic violence. Many don't know that help is available or are too afraid to make the call. Learn about resources in the San Jose, California area that can help victims of domestic violence.
Domestic Workers in the Middle East Face Discrimination and AbuseDomestic workers in the Middle East face discrimination and abuse; and the concerned governments are not paying attention.
Eye in the Sky: "We're Looking at You"By the latest statistics, the total number of individuals being monitored with GPS technology is over 5000. That means a lot of women and children are living in fear of their lives on a daily basis.- REACH of Haywood County, NC, Provides Help to Victims of Domestic ViolenceREACH of Haywood County, North Carolina advocates for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. REACH offers a varity of service from a 24 hour Crisis Hotline to helping the victim reestablish his or her life after years of abuse.
- Acknowledging Domestic and Child Abuse is a (very) Recent PhenomenonOne would be forgiven for thinking the society has cared about domestic violence and child abuse all along. You'd be wrong however.
- Acknowledging Domestic and Child Abuse is a (very) Recent PhenomenonUp until fairly recently domestic and child abuse was societies little secret.
- Workplace Advocacy for Sexual AssaultSexual abuse and domestic violence as indicators of women's work rights.
- Immigration Assistance for Victims of Domestic ViolenceThis guide is intended for immigrant victims of domestic violence who may not be aware of the available resources. I will cover the basic immigration forms and procedures to obtain immigration benefits.
- Honor Killings Are the Ugliest Forms of Domestic Violence in the WestHonor killings are the worst forms of domestic violence because they're planned with a motive.
- Jennifer Hudson: "Spotlight" on Domestic ViolenceThe recent tragedy of Singer/Actress Jennifer Hudson - has brought the surface the fact that Domestic Violence is alive and well. This article examines the relationship between her #1 song Spotlight and the current state of her family affairs.
- The Many Ways in Which Abuse Can OccurI started to write an article on Elder Abuse but I got more information than I bargained for and decided to expand the target topic to generalized abuse; it is a very important and sad topic.
- Texas Advocacy Project Received a $100,000 Grant to Help Prevent Domestic ViolenceTexas Advocacy Project helps domestic violence and sex assault survivors across the state. They provide free legal advice and other services for victims.
- My Job as a Domestic Violence CounselorMy job as a Domestic Violence Counselor. Who we are, and what we do.
- Win With New York's Women In Need ProgramMonica looks normal.
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