Lacrosse Murder
"... most of us associate domestic violence with a lack of options, lack of education, lack of support system—none of which applied here. The victim wasn’t a woman held back by fear for her children or by poverty, but a well-loved friend, daughter and sister."
Retrieved from http://www.nj.com/parenting/lee_lusardiconnor/index.ssf/2010/05/lacrosse_murder_is_part_of_larger_trend.html
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Victims of violence often abused economically
“This economic abuse is a very powerful thing in clients’ lives, and that’s just one part of abuse,” said Maria Field, licensed professional counselor and clinical services director for SafeHaven of Tarrant County.
On top of physical and emotional abuse, economic abuse is a common thing for victims of domestic violence to deal with, Field said.
Retrieved from http://www.fwbusinesspress.com/display.php?id=12583
What do you think about this?
Monday, May 17, 2010
Friday, May 14, 2010
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Break the Cycle
Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
Retrieved from Dating Violence Videos
http://www.breakthecycle.org/dating-violence-videos
Friday, May 7, 2010
Stop Violence Against Women
The Stop Violence Against Women website has a wide variety of resources. Please visit their website and read about various films, fact sheets about domestic violence around the world and related websites.
Retrieved from http://www.amnestyusa.org/violence-against-women/page.do?id=1011012
Retrieved from http://www.amnestyusa.org/violence-against-women/page.do?id=1011012
Thursday, May 6, 2010
International Violence Against Women Act
Retrieved from http://www.amnestyusa.org/violence-against-women/international-violence-against-women-act/page.do?id=1051201
"Violence against women and girls represents a global health, economic development, and human rights problem. At least one out of every three women worldwide has been beaten, coerced into sex, or otherwise abused in her lifetime, with rates of domestic violence reaching 70% in some countries. The International Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA) is an unprecedented effort by the United States to address violence against women globally."
The United States has a valuable opportunity to raise the issue of women's rights in its diplomatic work. Finally, we can work together to end the suffering of millions of women and girls.
Take Action
Do your part to protect women and girls around the world from senseless acts of violence.
I-VAWA Background & Resources
The International Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA) is an unprecedented effort by the United States to address violence against women globally.
Women of Liberia: Fighting for Peace
Women in Liberia: Fighting for Peace is a documentary that follows the epic journey of five Liberian women. Amnesty International invites you to the U.S. film launch and tour of this groundbreaking film.
Photobook
Women from all over the world tell their stories of abuse, struggle and survival. I-VAWA aims to protect the millions of women facing similar tragedies who are in search of hope and support.
"Violence against women and girls represents a global health, economic development, and human rights problem. At least one out of every three women worldwide has been beaten, coerced into sex, or otherwise abused in her lifetime, with rates of domestic violence reaching 70% in some countries. The International Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA) is an unprecedented effort by the United States to address violence against women globally."
The United States has a valuable opportunity to raise the issue of women's rights in its diplomatic work. Finally, we can work together to end the suffering of millions of women and girls.
Take Action
Do your part to protect women and girls around the world from senseless acts of violence.
I-VAWA Background & Resources
The International Violence Against Women Act (I-VAWA) is an unprecedented effort by the United States to address violence against women globally.
Women of Liberia: Fighting for Peace
Women in Liberia: Fighting for Peace is a documentary that follows the epic journey of five Liberian women. Amnesty International invites you to the U.S. film launch and tour of this groundbreaking film.
Photobook
Women from all over the world tell their stories of abuse, struggle and survival. I-VAWA aims to protect the millions of women facing similar tragedies who are in search of hope and support.
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
In The News
Celebrities are often in the news for various reason. Recently the case involving Jenna Jameson and Tito Ortiz became public.
Retrieved from http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/gossip/2010/05/what-did-tito-ortiz-do-jenna-jameson-gives-her-playbyplay.html
Story by Christie D'Zurilla
Retrieved from http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/gossip/2010/05/what-did-tito-ortiz-do-jenna-jameson-gives-her-playbyplay.html
Story by Christie D'Zurilla
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
California Courts: Self-Help Center: Domestic Violence
The California Courts: Self-Help Center: Domestic Violence website has a great amount of information on how to deal with domestic violence.
From creating an action plan, information about obtaining a restraining order and Hotlines and other Resources, it's an extremely informative website to check.
From creating an action plan, information about obtaining a restraining order and Hotlines and other Resources, it's an extremely informative website to check.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Know the Laws
State Laws
State Law Overview
Most of the laws related to domestic violence and sexual assault are state laws.
Restraining Orders
A restraining order is a legal order requiring one person to stop harming another.
Custody
General information about custody and visitation laws.
Parental Kidnapping
This page addresses the laws of taking your child away from another parent without that parent's consent.
Divorce
General information (not state-specific) about the basic steps to get a divorce.
Crimes
General information (not state-specific) about crimes the abuser may have committed.
State Gun Laws
If you have a restraining order or if the abuser was convicted of a crime, s/he may be required not to possess any firearms.
Suing Your Abuser
You may have a right to sue your abuser for medical costs, destroyed property, or other damages.
Federal Laws
Immigration
Immigration information for victims of domestic violence or sexual abuse.
Federal Gun Laws
Under federal law, which applies to all states, an abuser may lose his right to have a gun.
Military
Information about military protection orders and confidentiality on military bases.
Retrieved from http://www.womenslaw.org/
State Law Overview
Most of the laws related to domestic violence and sexual assault are state laws.
Restraining Orders
A restraining order is a legal order requiring one person to stop harming another.
Custody
General information about custody and visitation laws.
Parental Kidnapping
This page addresses the laws of taking your child away from another parent without that parent's consent.
Divorce
General information (not state-specific) about the basic steps to get a divorce.
Crimes
General information (not state-specific) about crimes the abuser may have committed.
State Gun Laws
If you have a restraining order or if the abuser was convicted of a crime, s/he may be required not to possess any firearms.
Suing Your Abuser
You may have a right to sue your abuser for medical costs, destroyed property, or other damages.
Federal Laws
Immigration
Immigration information for victims of domestic violence or sexual abuse.
Federal Gun Laws
Under federal law, which applies to all states, an abuser may lose his right to have a gun.
Military
Information about military protection orders and confidentiality on military bases.
Retrieved from http://www.womenslaw.org/
Sunday, May 2, 2010
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence Fact Sheet
WHY IT MATTERS
Domestic violence is the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior perpetrated by an intimate partner against another. It is an epidemic affecting individuals in every community, regardless of age, economic status, race, religion, nationality or educational background. Violence against women is often accompanied by emotionally abusive and controlling behavior, and thus is part of a systematic pattern of dominance and control. Domestic violence results in physical injury, psychological trauma, and sometimes death. The consequences of domestic violence can cross generations and truly last a lifetime.
DID YOU KNOW?
One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime.
An estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year.
85% of domestic violence victims are women.
Historically, females have been most often victimized by someone they knew.
Females who are 20-24 years of age are at the greatest risk of nonfatal intimate partner violence.
Most cases of domestic violence are never reported to the police.
Retrieved from http://www.ncadv.org/files/DomesticViolenceFactSheet%28National%29.pdf
Domestic violence is the willful intimidation, physical assault, battery, sexual assault, and/or other abusive behavior perpetrated by an intimate partner against another. It is an epidemic affecting individuals in every community, regardless of age, economic status, race, religion, nationality or educational background. Violence against women is often accompanied by emotionally abusive and controlling behavior, and thus is part of a systematic pattern of dominance and control. Domestic violence results in physical injury, psychological trauma, and sometimes death. The consequences of domestic violence can cross generations and truly last a lifetime.
DID YOU KNOW?
One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime.
An estimated 1.3 million women are victims of physical assault by an intimate partner each year.
85% of domestic violence victims are women.
Historically, females have been most often victimized by someone they knew.
Females who are 20-24 years of age are at the greatest risk of nonfatal intimate partner violence.
Most cases of domestic violence are never reported to the police.
Retrieved from http://www.ncadv.org/files/DomesticViolenceFactSheet%28National%29.pdf
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Am I Being Abused?
How is your relationship?
Does your partner:
* Embarrass you with put-downs?
* Look at you or act in ways that scare you?
* Control what you do, who you see or talk to or where you go?
* Stop you from seeing your friends or family members?
* Take your money or Social Security check, make you ask for money or refuse to give you money?
* Make all of the decisions?
* Tell you that you’re a bad parent or threaten to take away or hurt your children?
* Prevent you from working or attending school?
* Act like the abuse is no big deal, it’s your fault, or even deny doing it?
* Destroy your property or threaten to kill your pets?
* Intimidate you with guns, knives or other weapons?
* Shove you, slap you, choke you, or hit you?
* Force you to try and drop charges?
* Threaten to commit suicide?
* Threaten to kill you?
If you answered ‘yes’ to even one of these questions,
you may be in an abusive relationship.
For support and more information please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or at TTY 1-800-787-3224.
Information retrieved from: http://www.ndvh.org/is-this-abuse/am-i-being-abused-2/
Does your partner:
* Embarrass you with put-downs?
* Look at you or act in ways that scare you?
* Control what you do, who you see or talk to or where you go?
* Stop you from seeing your friends or family members?
* Take your money or Social Security check, make you ask for money or refuse to give you money?
* Make all of the decisions?
* Tell you that you’re a bad parent or threaten to take away or hurt your children?
* Prevent you from working or attending school?
* Act like the abuse is no big deal, it’s your fault, or even deny doing it?
* Destroy your property or threaten to kill your pets?
* Intimidate you with guns, knives or other weapons?
* Shove you, slap you, choke you, or hit you?
* Force you to try and drop charges?
* Threaten to commit suicide?
* Threaten to kill you?
If you answered ‘yes’ to even one of these questions,
you may be in an abusive relationship.
For support and more information please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or at TTY 1-800-787-3224.
Information retrieved from: http://www.ndvh.org/is-this-abuse/am-i-being-abused-2/
Friday, April 30, 2010
Telling Amy's Story
Telling Amy's Story | Domestic Violence Documentary Film and Public Service Media Project
For information regarding a screening in the Los Angeles area, please check back soon.
Retrieved from http://telling.psu.edu/index.html
Monday, April 26, 2010
Share your story
Are you or someone you know in an abusive relationship? Victim of domestic violence? Have your or someone you know overcome it? Please share your story. I hope that it will be helpful in understanding the various ways domestic violence occurs.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Welcome
This blog was created for a school project but the topic was chosen by me. I feel domestic abuse is an important issue and wanted to see what people know about it and how to raise awareness. Aside from posting information about how to identify the problem and get help. I will also post news stories involving the topic in hopes that it can serve as an informative tool about the different ways in which it occurs.
Thank you for visiting and make sure to check back soon for new posts. I will also be conducting a brief survey on May 14th and would greatly appreciate your responses and feedback.
In the meantime, visit these websites for more information:
United States Office of Violence Against Women
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
http://www.now.org/issues/violence/
http://www.amnestyusa.org/violence-against-women/international-violence-against-women-act/page.do?id=1051201
Violence Against Women is a Global Struggle
Thank you for visiting and make sure to check back soon for new posts. I will also be conducting a brief survey on May 14th and would greatly appreciate your responses and feedback.
In the meantime, visit these websites for more information:
United States Office of Violence Against Women
National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
http://www.now.org/issues/violence/
http://www.amnestyusa.org/violence-against-women/international-violence-against-women-act/page.do?id=1051201
Violence Against Women is a Global Struggle
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