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The ABCs of QCDs
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) are growing in popularity as a way to make a gift to an organization with 501(c)(3) status because they can benefit taxpayers (even those who take the standard deduction and do not itemize).
Women’s Equality Day
As we honor the struggles and achievements of women and the men who fought with them for women’s right to vote, we are also reminded of the important work left to be done.
Supreme Court Overturns Roe V Wade
The right to self-determination is a core value of our agency. We will not sit idly by as women’s rights are being taken away. Today we grieve, tomorrow we assemble.
Sexual Violence: Words Have Power
Words have power. Words have even more influence if the people using them are in the public spotlight. When rape is talked about flippantly, it adds to the widespread minimization of sexual assault.
10 Barriers Marginalized Survivors Encounter After Domestic/Sexual Violence
Gatekeeping, which is a system that controls access to resources, is a discriminatory barrier entrenched in most services across the country. Together, these barriers can make it life-threatening to disclose and even prevent assistance to those who take that risk.
Helping Teens to Recognize Unhealthy Relationships
Being open, honest, and authentic is key to building trust with youth and allowing them to openly share about their relationship concerns or questions they might have about dating.
Teen Dating Violence: How to Support a Friend
It can be difficult to know how to support a friend in an unsafe relationship, but your support could be the difference in whether or not they leave the relationship.
“Maid” Details the Journey of Leaving Abusive Relationships
We encourage you to watch this captivating 10-episode series on Netflix and join us virtually on November 11th at 12PM as we discuss “Maid” in depth.
J’s Resilience, The Story of Mariposa
**TRIGGER WARNING** This story contains content related to domestic violence. Click to read the third and final story of The Resilience Series, J’s Resilience.
Savannah’s Resilience
**TRIGGER WARNING** This story contains content related to physical violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Click to read the second story of The Resilience Series, Savannah’s Resilience.
Jessica’s Resilience
**TRIGGER WARNING** This story contains content related to physical violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. Click to read the first story of The Resilience Series, Jessica’s Resilience.
What You Need to Know About Domestic Violence
Many people are quick to think that Domestic Violence means that one partner is physically assaulting the other – but it is so much more than that. Read more to learn how you can get involved with DVAM!
Stalking: Ways To Stay Safe
When someone is being stalked, they may feel helpless and confused. However, you have some control over your situation. Let us share steps you can take if you feel someone may be stalking you.
Stalking Imposes Serious Risks for Survivors
When someone is being stalked, there are very few places that are truly safe. Stalking can pose a serious risk for survivors attempting to find a safe place to stay after an abusive relationship.
Beyond Victim or Survivor
When connecting with individuals who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking, the terminology you use has the ability to foster or hinder the healing journey.
