Tag: ‘Domestic Violence Awareness Month

National Domestic Violence Hotline Launches New Branding During Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Stuart Mitchell

Last month the National Domestic Violence Hotline celebrated the official launch of its new brand that organization leaders believe will convey hope to the millions of Americans who are affected by relationship abuse. During an open house for local leaders, elected officials, donors, board members, and staff, Chief Executive Officer Katie Ray-Jones unveiled a new logo that reflects the wide breadth of services and resources that the organization offers today. Additionally, viewers of The Hotline’s YouTube channel have the opportunity to see the new branding in a recently released series…

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AKC® Humane Fund Launches Crowdfunding Campaign

Stuart Mitchell

In support of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the AKC® Humane Fund has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise money to support domestic violence shelters that need the financial means to accept victims and their pets. Did you know that in a nationwide study, more than 71 percent of battered women reported that their abusers had harmed, killed or threatened animals? And did you know that between 71 and 85 percent of women entering domestic violence shelters have reported that their partner had threatened, injured or killed the family pet? Did…

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Survivors of Domestic Violence Champion ‘Domestic Violence Awareness Month’

Stuart Mitchell

Every October, Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence introduces a campaign dedicated to raising awareness around intimate partner violence. Silence is the abuser’s biggest protector, and through increased awareness on the violence that occurs behind closed doors, we can reduce the isolation, shame, and stigma surrounding abuse. “Our 2017 DVAM theme is ‘How to Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence’. Throughout the month, our focus will be on empowering victims, their families, friends, and co-workers by providing life-saving information and encouragement to help them break free from domestic violence and…

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