Breaking the Cycle of Teen Dating Violence
A couple aims to raise awareness of dating violence after their teenage daughter is murdered By DomesticShelters.org In late 2006, Phoenix, Ariz., high school student Kaitlyn Marie Sudberry, known to…
A Proclamation on National Teen Dating Violence Awareness And Prevention Month, 2022
January 31, 2022Presidential Actions During National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, we recommit ourselves to ensuring our society is one in which all young people can live fulfilling…
Understanding Teen Dating Violence
A guide to recognizing abuse when it happens to young people By Amanda Kippert Teens and young adults are the most at-risk age groups for dating and domestic violence. According…
When It’s Time to Go: Part II
8 steps to take to get out safely and hide well By DomesticShelters.org A safety plan is important to think about when a survivor is ready to leave their abuser.…
When It’s Time to Go: Part I
A checklist of essentials to take with you when escaping abuse By DomesticShelters.org Walking out the door and away from an abuser—or kicking an abusive partner out the door, if…
South Carolina Woman Fatally Shot By Her Husband After Judge Reportedly Denied Her an Order of Protection
Shine My Crown A woman who was fatally shot by her husband on Sunday night had recently tried to get an order of protection against him. Taylor McFadden Robinson, 29,…
A World Without Domestic Violence: Part III
Imagine what would happen if abusers were actually held accountable for their crimes By Barry Goldstein In this final part of Barry Goldstein’s series, the former attorney, long-time domestic violence…
Custody Courts Aren’t Believing Kids: Part II
In custody court, not believing survivors and their children puts lives at risk By Barry Goldstein In this second part of Barry Goldstein’s series, the former attorney, long-time domestic violence…
Where We’re Going Wrong: Part I
Former attorney and advocate Barry Goldstein breaks down what works and what doesn’t when it comes to preventing domestic violence By Barry Goldstein In this first of his three-part series,…