Why Employers Should Care About Domestic Violence And What They Can Do
While discussions of typical work-life policies and practices—such as childcare and flexibility—arise frequently, domestic violence silently disrupts work-life balance.
Bill giving unemployment benefits to domestic violence survivors advances in state House
A pair of state House committees unanimously advanced legislation Wednesday to extend unemployment benefits to domestic violence survivors and allow international team doctors to attend to players in the World Cup.
Housing remains 'biggest issue' for women fleeing domestic violence, say front-line organizations
Front-line organizations say housing remains a massive barrier for women fleeing domestic violence. Many shelters and supportive housing are full, leaving some women with few options, some going back to their abusers.
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No Fault of Their Own: Why the Government Needs to Support Domestic Violence Survivors
Throughout history, infrastructure has been built for economic security, yet it is essential that systems and infrastructures support domestic violence (DV) survivors as well. These survivors need subsidies and financial assistance, having found themselves under economic threats, through no fault of their own.
Breaking down rates of domestic violence across the US
According to the World Population Review, Illinois ranks in the top 10 states of women who have reported domestic violence. Iowa comes in 33rd in this study.
Evan Rachel Wood ‘Endlessly Proud of Survivors' After D.A. Says Ex Marilyn Manson Won't Face Domestic Violence Charges
Another one of Manson's accusers, ex Esmé Bianco, said she was "sadly not surprised" that the case didn't go forward.
King County nonprofit worries Trump’s funding freeze would threaten safety of domestic violence survivors
Two-thirds of LifeWire's funding comes from federal agencies. Losing that would cause "catastrophic consequences" for victims of domestic violence.
NEPA domestic violence survivors, seniors at risk as federal funding hangs in limbo
Thousands of seniors and domestic violence survivors in NEPA rely on vital services, but a looming federal funding freeze could bring them to a devastating halt.
Raleigh officer shooting a somber reminder of domestic violence's toll
Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman knows preventing domestic violence is a collective effort. Providing protection and safety for victims takes many different parties throughout a sensitive,
‘Worst-case scenario’: Marjaree Mason Center reacts to Hanford homicide
Experts with the Marjaree Mason Center are reacting to Tuesday’s tragic domestic violence homicide in Hanford. Leticia Campos with the center said what happened to 22-year-old Madeline Cuevas is devastating,
Freeze on federal money for LI nonprofits: Chaos reigns over Trump order
The back and forth over the freeze order has many LI nonprofits bewildered over whether their federal funds will be cut.
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Correction officer found guilty of beating ex-wife in Moreau
A correction officer at Warren County Jail was found guilty on Tuesday for numerous incidents of domestic violence against his ex-wife at their Moreau home. Stephen A. Frank, 47, was found guilty of physically abusing the victim,