On September 13, 1994, Congress passed a groundbreaking law called the Violence Against Women Act. The bill finally put the full force of the federal government into efforts to stop domestic violence and sexual assault and help victims. Since then, it has provided the funds for a national network of shelters and rape crisis centers, …
REINTRODUCED: The Family Violence Prevention and Services Act has been re-introduced in the senate by Senator Robert Casey (D-PA) and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK). The Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (H.R. 2604) has been reintroduced by Representative Lucy McBath (D-GA-07), and representatives Gwen Moore (D-WI-04), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01) and Young Kim (R-CA-40). Since its original …
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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) such as experiencing or witnessing violence or abuse, are linked to chronic health problems, mental illness, and substance misuse in adulthood. Fortunately, violence and the health consequences of ACEs are preventable. Creating safe, stable, nurturing relationships and environments for children and families can prevent violence and abuse. Moreover, nurturing relationships and …
Statement of Esta Soler, President and Founder, Futures Without Violence June 24, 2022 Contact: Lisa Lederer, 202/371-1997 Supreme Court Ruling in Dobbs Case Will Cause Real Harm to Those Facing Violence and Abuse, Undermine Work to Make Families, Communities Safer and Healthier “Today’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization will …
Background February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and far too many youth in our communities experience some form of dating violence or abuse. According to data from Love is Respect, 1 in 3 teens will experience some form of abuse in their intimate relationships. Teen dating violence can take the form of physical, sexual …
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