CNN article: Supreme Court upholds gun control law to protect DV survivors
CNN article discussing the Supreme Court decision to keep guns out of the hands of domestic violence abusers.
NYT article: Tracking a Single Day at the National Domestic Violence Hotline
Insightful NYT article highlighting similar interactions that our own Hotline advocates encounter.
A survivor says, don't suffer in silence
Mortified, I removed his hand and continued on with the dinner. The second time he reached over…
Assault stories rip open wounds
When a high-profile sexual assault case makes headlines, those who are survivors of rape, domestic violence and related offenses are re-traumatized…
Lifesaver for struggling women, kids
As lockdowns were put in place, health experts warned that the forced isolation, economic strain and increased family stress could create a perfect mix of factors to escalate domestic abuse.
Sonoma County nonprofits look to Giving Tuesday for much needed financial boost amid pandemic
O’Connell said domestic violence incidents have increased during the pandemic as people are forced to spend more time at home.
Sonoma County Community Foundation recognizes DVAM
“Shelter in place can actually be more frightening and dangerous in today’s pandemic for families who are dealing with violence in their home.”
Therapy pivots during pandemic
…during the shelter-in-place order, dedicated YWCA domestic violence advocates continue to maintain Sonoma County’s only confidential safe house shelter, thereby safeguarding the families in our care.
Coaches can lead the way in molding young adults
Young adults and kids who are bullied are two and a half times more likely to attempt suicide and those who were cyberbullied are …