SAFE Newsletter 09/12/2017
SAFE Attends CSUB 2017 Fall Volunteer Fair
September 6 - Stop Abuse For Everyone attended the 2017 Fall Volunteer Fair. SAFE was able to interact with numerous students who were looking for both internship and volunteer positions. SAFE offers various volunteer and internship opportunities. For more information on these positions visit our internship page  http://stopabuseforeveryone.org/how-to-help/internship-opportunities.html
Domestic Violence Articles

By St. Lucia News Online on 09/10/2017

"... Neil Tweedy, 45, endured years of physical abuse at the hands of his teacher wife Helen and was even battered by her on their wedding night.

But despite suffering years of misery, Mr Tweedy continued to defend his now estranged wife after she was convicted this week of assault. ...."

By Independent on 09/06/2017

"... The Government has announced a new drive to better help male victims of rape, domestic and sexual abuse and bring perpetrators to justice.

The push will see prosecutors given more information to improve their understanding of the experiences of male victims and the barriers to them reporting offenses. ..."

By On Top Mag on 09/07/2017

"... Jaime Saunders, CEO of the Willow Domestic Violence Center, told local ABC affiliate WHAM that transgender people are at a higher risk of being involved in domestic violence.

“30 to 50 percent of transgender people experience some form of intimate partner violence at some point in their lifetime,”  Saunders said . ..."
Elder Abuse Articles

By Clear Water Times on 09/11/2017

"... Most older people who experience abuse and neglect are able to make decisions for themselves.

Some indicators of elder abuse and neglect are fear, anxiety, depression, unexplained physical injuries, dehydration, poor nutrition and hygiene, improper use of medications, confusion about legal documents, sudden drop in cash flow, and reluctance to speak about a situation. ..."

On HNG News on 09/08/2017

"... Advocates said the problem is bigger than it seems. With one in nine Wisconsin seniors reporting being abused, neglected and exploited, only a small percentage of cases are reported. Lauren Hamvas, an Elder Rights Project lawyer, said no criminal charges, convictions or even a report to law enforcement is required to get legal help.

“We want to bring these folks out of the shadows and report it to us and tell us what happened and we can determine if they have a case,” Hamvas said of the expanded statewide service. ..."
Bullying

By Herald-Whig on 09/12/2017

"... TWENTY high-school age students are working to make a difference at Hannibal High School through a community program that has seen its participation double in just its second year. 

Teens in Motion focuses on preparing at-risk high school students for success after graduation. Work readiness, career exploration, and exposure to continuing education opportunities are all part of the program. ..."
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