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Event proceeds to benefit domestic violence prevention

The Business of Me has launched a webinar version of its landmark program The Business of Me. The Business of Me works with survivors of domestic violence to achieve self-sufficiency skills of which financial literacy is an important component.

October is national Domestic Violence Awareness Month & Purple is the official color of the Domestic Violence cause. Catholic Charities of West TN provides a safe haven for women & children fleeing Domestic Violence via the Sophia’s House program.

New Allstate Foundation campaign sparks conversation during Domestic Violence Awareness Month; new symbol makes starting the conversation easier

Angelica Harris helps ‘Shine the Light’ on domestic violence with new memoir, "Living with Rage"

In observance of October’s National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Christian author Judy Brinkley shares her personal chronicle of domestic abuse in the newly released two-part book, A Silent Preacher Speaks Out...

Domestic Violence Legal Network of Montgomery County Hosts Domestic Violence Awareness Ceremony on Thursday, October 14, 2011 at 12 noon. The ceremony will take place in courtroom A at the Montgomery County Courthouse.

Angela Dove will be on hand to discuss and sign her new book "No Room For Doubt" in Highlands and Franklin. Proceeds with benefit efforts to address the growing problem of domestic violence.

Shawnee County District Attorney hands over misdemeanor cases to city of Topeka creating danger for the abused

October 29th 2011 Masquerade Event Aims to Empower, Raise Funds and Awareness in Georgia

As Bra Recycling Month kicks off October 1, The Bra Recyclers announce partnerships and contributions provided to help make the month long campaign a success.

Montgomery County, PA - Laurel House, in partnership with the Greater Norristown Art League announces its annual High School Student Poster Contest. The theme for the contest is “Dating Violence and The National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline”.

The Bra Recyclers largest annual recycling event, Bra Recycling Month, recognizes Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness in an unique way. Women who recycle their bras have the opportunity to re-shape a life and win prizes.

School psychologists in Florida are required to renew their licensees biennially, on November 30th of odd years.

On 15 September 2011 Avon, the global beauty giant, celebrates its 125th anniversary. With 6.5 million Independent Avon Representatives in over 100 countries the world’s leading direct beauty seller has made its mark.

The National Domestic Violence Registry (NDVR) announced today its partnership with celebrity musician and author Russel Blake.

On average three women a day are murdered by their husbands or boyfriends in the US. The lucky ones survive, but can live for years enduring abuse. This book is about a survivor. Her voice speaks volumes for women whose stories may never be told.

This eBook and 8-week webinar series is based upon an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy approach with the goal of helping readers and participants to change their relationship with anger - not to manage it.

Golf day to help victims of domestic violence and homelessnes in Cheshire

The National Domestic Violence Registry (NDVR) announced today Barry Goldstein, speaker, author, former attorney and activist for battered women, as their newest board member.

The National Domestic Violence Registry (NDVR) announced today Jon Leiberman, the Emmy award-winning investigative correspondent and producer, as their newest board member.

Author Alma Hudson’s new book has been selected as a Finalist in both the Women’s Literature and New Age categories.

Building Resiliency and Economic Empowerment for Survivors of Domestic Violence Workshop for attendees of 2011 conference, "Daring to Dream: Building a Feminist Future"

In response to the serious public health issue of teen dating violence, Polaris is exploring the feasibility of building an adolescent application based on its outcomes management solution for domestic violence.

The Frightening Tale of One Woman’s Battle with Domestic Violence

One in four women, one in nine men will be victims at some point in their lives.

The National Domestic Violence Registry (NDVR), the United States’ first model program for a public domestic violence database, seeks to prevent domestic violence and to be a tool to help the public at large.

The National Domestic Violence Registry, announces its mission and need for more prevention

Little Texas Sweetheart is the gripping story of one woman's spiritual, mental, and physical journey across America. The book takes you through the terror of domestic violence.

In celebration of bringing the community together, Mee Two-Drop the Mask proudly presents “A Day of Uplifting” at 10am on May 14th 2011 at Oak Park in Montgomery, Alabama.

Twig 21 of Boonton will once again honor Jersey Battered Women's Service, a full-service domestic violence and domestic abuse prevention agency serving Morris County, during its annual spring luncheon / fundraiser on May 6, 2011.

On May 1, 2011, Gordon Training International will be a sponsor of the “Walk away from domestic violence” 5k walk to benefit the Women’s Resource Center (WRC) of Oceanside, CA.

Monalisa Okojie supported the Jenesse Center by attending the Silver Rose Awards Gala and Auction along with the Celebrity Golf Classic.

Lavender Mobile Spa of West Bloomfield presents “Manicures and Massages,” a Mother’s Day pampering gift for the women of HAVEN domestic violence shelter.

A young dog on the brink of death, was found in a trash chute in Newark the day before Saint Patrick’s.

Survivor Tiffany Johnson To Debut Her New Intimate Memoir about Her almost Tragic Experience with Domestic Violence.

NORRISTOWN, PA - Laurel House will be hosting their annual Gala to support the fight against domestic violence on Saturday, May 21, 2011 at Green Valley Country Club in Lafayette Hill, PA.

Children who live with family violence face a number of risks along with abundance of social, emotional, and behavioral affects. The article below describes the face of family violence on children.

Face Forward Raises Funds to Provide Disfigured Domestic Abuse Victims Another Chance

New York Times Bestselling Author, Advocate, and Actor, Victor Rivas Rivers to Headline Center for Community Solutions' "Tea on the Town"

Mee Two-Drop The Mask becomes active in community! On March 15th Bridgett Blakely, founder of Mee Two, donated 2 tickets to a lucky winner at 97.1 Old School radio station in Montgomery, AL.

The Law Offices of Naderi & Weinrieb, a team of criminal defense attorneys with over 80 years of combined experience, defends clients in Van Nuys, CA against domestic violence charges.

The webinar is available “on demand” and makes the first step in initiating a domestic violence program in the workplace easy and less taboo, while enabling Human Resource professionals’ easy access to hard-to-find HRCI Strategic credits.

Edward James Olmos New Movie AMERICA brings Immigration, Domestic Violence Issues to the Big Screen

Equestrian fundraising event supports Home Safe's efforts to help victims of child abuse and domestic violence.

North Valley Anger Management Consultants is now offering their evidence based anger education program in accelerated format. For a limited time, sign up for six (6) sessions and receive the seventh (7) session FREE! We are court approved!

“We were stunned by the number of people who attended. We expected 20, hoped for 40; and over 60 people showed up. They had to find extra chairs and still people were standing!"

True Story of Child Abuse Delivers Powerful Message: You Can Survive and Overcome

AJLI's www.connected.ajli.org article discusses domestic violence programs that are available throughout various Junior Leagues