Signs of an Abusive Relationship
By Amanda Kippert Jul 15, 2024 Editor’s Note: Yes, we did use the phrase “abusive relationship” in the headline even though this is a misnomer. A partner can be abusive,…
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 30 July
Leave No Child Behind in the Fight Against Human Trafficking Globally, one in three victims of human trafficking is a child, and the majority of these trafficked children are girls.…
Will I Be More or Less Safe if I File for A Restraining Order?
This story was originally published in 2016. It was updated in 2024. Domestic violence survivors seek “personal protection orders,” “protection orders,” or “temporary restraining orders,” as they are called in…
Can DV Survivors Experience Stockholm Syndrome?
Sorting out feelings of empathy and compassion for one’s abuser By Samia Salahi Jul 08, 2024 This article was originally published in 2016. It was updated in 2024. Have you…
Don’t Get Tricked into Dropping the Charges for Domestic Violence
How to stay strong when an abuser is trying to get you to recant your statement to the police By Shelley Flannery Dec 18, 2023 This piece was originally published…
How Many Rape Kits Are Actually Tested?
End the Backlog, a nonprofit started by a Law & Order: SVU star, has led 49 states to create rape kit reforms By Amanda Kippert Jul 01, 2024 This story…
What is Polyvictimization?
A new report released by the Alliance for HOPE International sheds light on this important group of survivors By Amanda Kippert Feb 12, 2024 Polyvictimization refers to experiencing multiple types…
A Glossary of Domestic Violence Terms
Speaking out against domestic violence means learning its language By Amanda Kippert May 15, 2024 This piece was originally published in 2015. It was updated in 2024. Intimate partner violence…
The Intersectionality of Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking
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To End Domestic Violence, Are You Ready to Take Action?
No need to wait until Domestic Violence Awareness Month to use one of these online toolkits to be an outspoken advocate By Amanda Kippert Mar 18, 2024 This article was…