What Is Run4Her and Why Should You Sign Up?
By Hanna Embry Break the silence against domestic violence does a lot of fundraising, and Run4Her is one of our biggest events. This not only helps survivors of domestic violence, but it also makes our outreach programs reach so much further. So, what is Run4Her? Why does it matter? Who does it help? Run4Her is […]
I Never Thought I Would Be Free From DV
**The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence (DV) and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** By Survivor Chloe I was 15 when I got into my DV relationship. Just 15 years old. Love Bombing I always thought “It wont happen to me” until it did. The relationship moved very […]
Terrified and Trembling, I Fought Against My Abuser
By Survivor Taylor **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse who’s tale of her terrified escape may be too graphic for some. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** Strangled…. I laid there, not knowing what to do. If I should move. “Will he finish the job?” I ask […]
Leaving is Only the Beginning: The Real Journey After Abuse.
By Iris Pendelton The Real Journey Begins After You Leave: Leaving is Only the BeginningHealing After Abuse is Hard, But You’re Not Alone Many people believe that once you leave an abusive relationship, everything magically gets better. They picture freedom, peace, and instant healing. But in reality, leaving is only the beginning. It’s powerful. It’s […]
Learning to Not Let Anyone Manipulate or Hurt Me Again
By Survivor Ayanna **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse, who’s abuser would manipulate and threaten them. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** I met her in my senior year of high school. She was charming, made me feel beautiful, and acted like I was the only girl […]
Violence on the Job and Intimate Partner Violence at Home
By Survivor JJ **The following is written by a survivor of domestic violence and abuse. Names have been changed to protect all involved.** I recently retired after 23 years in law enforcement. I retired as a Sergeant of a patrol squad and Detectives Bureau, and spent most my career in investigations. Then I worked on […]
