Jul 31, 2024 | Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Violence Prevention
New Leadership to Enhance Community Impact We are thrilled to announce the appointment of two exceptional leaders as part of a strategic organizational restructure at Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence. Our agency’s strategic plan is designed to ensure we...
Jun 18, 2024 | Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Violence Prevention
Reflecting on a Year Without Roe: Body Autonomy and Survivor Safety As we mark the one-year anniversary of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence reflects on the profound impact this has had on survivors...
May 31, 2024 | Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Violence Prevention
Celebrating Pride Month: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Survivors of Abuse A Message from the Executive Director, Megan Hennessey Pride Month is a time to celebrate the resilience and strength of the LGBTQIA+ community. It is also a reminder of the ongoing need to support those...
Apr 19, 2024 | Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Violence Prevention
Consent: More Than Just a Buzzword Carole Chee, Prevention Intern In an era marked by heightened awareness of sexual misconduct and abuse, the term “consent” has taken center stage in discussions around power dynamics, accountability, and justice. Increased scrutiny,...
Apr 5, 2024 | Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Violence Prevention
Disability and Abuse: Understanding the Intersections Carole Chee, Prevention Intern According to The Disability Justice Resource Center, people with disabilities are sexually assaulted at nearly three times the rate of people without disabilities. Even more...
Apr 2, 2024 | Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, Violence Prevention
Michigan’s New Gun Laws Aim to Protect Survivors Governor Gretchen Whitmer has signed legislation aimed to keep guns out of abusers’ hands, 24 years after the tragic death of Maggie Wardle, a teenager who was killed with a gun by an ex-boyfriend. Stories like...