The Color Purple
How the hue became associated with the movement to end domestic violence By DomesticShelters.org Mar 30, 2016 Ever wonder how a cause chooses what color to make it’s signature shade?…
Are Our Children Learning Consent in School?
Parents and educators agree consent matters, but the debate continues about where young people should learn it By Amanda Kippert Sep 02, 2026 Key Takeaways: Consent education can start early…
10 Ways to Spot Deceptive Coercive Control
Home / Articles / Identifying Abuse / 10 Ways to Spot Deceptive Coercive Control notes 10 Ways to Spot Deceptive Coercive Control Abuse that’s hard to recognize can look like…
Phone Scam Targets Domestic Violence Survivors
Scammers may pose as law enforcement or court officials By Hannah Craig Sep 22, 2026 Warning: Scammers are targeting domestic violence survivors and the people who help them. Last Thursday,…
Understanding Boundaries and Consent in Relationships
A guide to the examples of healthy boundaries and the importance of consent in every relationship By Amanda Kippert Mar 05, 2025 Key Takeaways: 1. Boundaries Promote Healthy Relationships: Boundaries…
How Abusers Coerce Recantation
From behind bars, abusers often follow a pattern of manipulation to coerce survivors into recanting By Amanda Kippert Feb 05, 2025 Key Takeaways: Coercion Drives Recantation in Domestic Violence Cases:…
Intergenerational Violence: How to Break the Cycle
As a survivor, how can you make sure family violence really does end with you? By Amanda Kippert Mar 17, 2025 When Audrey Prosper told her abusive husband she wanted…
How Survivors Get Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence
The U.S. justice system can fail survivors, and false accusations may become another form of abuse By Stephanie Thurrott Jun 02, 2025 Key Takeaways: Survivors of domestic violence are often…
What Is Blame-Shifting?
Abusers often have a very hard time taking responsibility for their actions, blaming the survivor for their choices instead By Amanda Kippert Apr 02, 2025 Key Takeaways: Blame-Shifting is a…
Whats the Difference Between Violence and Abuse?
Abuse isn't always violent, and violence isn't always abuse. Understanding the difference can help survivors better identify harm and find safety. By Stephanie Thurrott May 12, 2025 Key Takeaways: Violence…