We can all take steps to stop domestic violence. If you or a loved one is trying to leave an abusive relationship, it's important to remember the person who is hurting you or your loved one is the person who needs to change. However, your abuser may be unable or unwilling change.
Q: What can I do to stop domestic violence?
Anyone can help stop domestic violence by taking these steps:
Call the police if you see or hear evidence of domestic violence.
Speak out publicly against domestic violence. For example, if you hear a joke about beating your spouse, let that person know you aren't ok with that kind of humor.
Maintain a healthy, respectful romantic relationship as a model for your children and others.
Refer your neighbor, co-worker, friend, or family member to a domestic violence outreach organization if you suspect he or she is being abused.
Consider reaching out to your neighbor, co-worker, friend, or family member that you believe is being abusive by talking to him or her about your concerns.
Educate others on domestic violence by inviting a speaker from your local domestic violence organization to present at your religious or professional organization, civic or volunteer group, workplace, or school.
Encourage your neighborhood watch or block association to watch for domestic violence as well as burglaries and other crimes.
Donate to domestic violence counseling programs and shelters.
Be especially vigilant about domestic violence during the stressful holiday season.
BREAK the SILENCE: STOP the VIOLENCE
Q: What can I do to stop domestic violence?
Anyone can help stop domestic violence by taking these steps:
Call the police if you see or hear evidence of domestic violence.
Speak out publicly against domestic violence. For example, if you hear a joke about beating your spouse, let that person know you aren't ok with that kind of humor.
Maintain a healthy, respectful romantic relationship as a model for your children and others.
Refer your neighbor, co-worker, friend, or family member to a domestic violence outreach organization if you suspect he or she is being abused.
Consider reaching out to your neighbor, co-worker, friend, or family member that you believe is being abusive by talking to him or her about your concerns.
Educate others on domestic violence by inviting a speaker from your local domestic violence organization to present at your religious or professional organization, civic or volunteer group, workplace, or school.
Encourage your neighborhood watch or block association to watch for domestic violence as well as burglaries and other crimes.
Donate to domestic violence counseling programs and shelters.
Be especially vigilant about domestic violence during the stressful holiday season.
BREAK the SILENCE: STOP the VIOLENCE
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We can all take steps to stop domestic violence.
If you or a loved one is trying to leave an abusive relationship, it's
important to remember the person who is hurting you or your loved one is
the person who needs to change. However, your abuser may be unable or unwilling change. - See more at: http://family.findlaw.com/domestic-violence/stop-domestic-violence.html#sthash.EqSNigih.dpuf
We can all take steps to stop domestic violence.
If you or a loved one is trying to leave an abusive relationship, it's
important to remember the person who is hurting you or your loved one is
the person who needs to change. However, your abuser may be unable or unwilling change. - See more at: http://family.findlaw.com/domestic-violence/stop-domestic-violence.html#sthash.EqSNigih.dpuf
We can all take steps to stop domestic violence.
If you or a loved one is trying to leave an abusive relationship, it's
important to remember the person who is hurting you or your loved one is
the person who needs to change. However, your abuser may be unable or unwilling change. - See more at: http://family.findlaw.com/domestic-violence/stop-domestic-violence.html#sthash.EqSNigih.dpuf