When Two Hearts Are Silenced.
By Tara Woodlee, President of Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence When Two Hearts Are Silenced: Why We Must Prioritize the Safety of Pregnant Women in America. When Two Hearts Are Silenced, Every day in this country, pregnant women walk into doctors’ offices to hear the steady beat of a second heart growing inside them, […]
I Will Never Lose Hope for Justice Against A Controlling Abuser
By Survivor Maria **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and a violent abuser. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** Breaking My Silence I am writing today to explain my story, to break the silence of silent victims. To encourage others to find their voice. The first time I experienced […]
Fighting for Taylor
By Kelly **The following is written by a family member of victim of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** Justice has been denied to our daughter Taylor Rose, to her two little boys, and to our family. Taylor’s death is an “accidental overdose”. Or so the police say. But […]
How I Escaped My Husband After 30 Years
By Survivor Vimmi **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved, including my husband.** Details of the Day it Began It was May 31st, 2000, a beautiful summer day in Canada, when I walked into a hair salon for a haircut and color. […]
Surviving My Abuser and Finally Leaving
By Survivor Onika My abuser kept me low. Here is the story of how I escaped and rose above! **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** I am a survivor of domestic violence. I was in an unhealthy and abusive relationship for […]
Safety for Domestic Violence Survivors and Their Pets
By Iris Pendelton For many survivors of domestic violence, pets are more than just animals—they are family. The companionship and unconditional love that pets provide can be a source of strength during difficult times. However, leaving an abusive home becomes even more complicated when a beloved pet is involved. Abusers often use pets as a […]
