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On average, every minute of each day 24 Americans will be victims of violence extended from the hands of a loved one. Recognizing the thousands of innocent people being mistreated daily-- tens of millions annually-- and being aware of such abuses is the first step we can take in helping end these cycles of violence.
Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) can exist in any type of personal intimate relationship, regardless of sexual orientation, marital status, or gender. Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) also varies widely with victims often having very different experiences. Physical violence, sexual violence, stalking and psychological aggression by a current or former intimate partner are the most common types of abuse. In adolescence this is called Teen Partner Violence (TPV) and it affects millions of our teenagers every year.
Domestic Violence can exist with IPV but also describes any violence occurring within a household regardless of the familial relationship between victim and offender. 1 of every 15 children are exposed to abuse and 90% of them are innocent eyewitnesses to this violence happening in their own homes. *
Over 20,000 phone calls are placed to Domestic Violence hotlines daily. Victims typically suffer multiple assaults or related abuses before they finally gain confidence or are in such fear for their lives before they reach out for help. In such a time of crisis and desperation, the care they receive on a call is crucial to their safety. This month Serving USA highlights four of our outstanding partners who answer these calls and are expert organizations working with these victims:
These programs offer confidential comprehensive support services comprising of safety plans, legal and mental health services. Their emergency and transitional shelters also allow parents living with children, a critical component in keeping families together to heal from their trauma. Outreach and education opportunities are offered for communities, victims, offenders, and youth to better understand the complexities of IPV and DV. Planning for the future, victims can find continued education, job, and vocational training, as well as immediate employment opportunities when appropriate.
Together these four organizations reach over 11,000 victims each year and Serving USA is proud to support their life-changing efforts.
We can all work together to break the cycle of violence, read on for further opportunities where you personally can make an impact.
*National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Best Regards,
Team Serving USA
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