Violence Prevention Awareness:

We must increase awareness and promote safety at home, in schools and work.

• Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to women between the ages of 14 - 55.
• Anyone can be a victim of domestic violence regardless of age, income, race, religion, profession, culture, or status.
• Domestic violence does not stay at home when its victims go to work. It can interfere with a victim's ability to get, keep, or perform a job.
• Nationally, up to 50% of all homeless women and children are on the streets because of violence in the home.
• Violence in schools interferes with learning; violence in communities interferes with the quality of life of all its members.

All citizens, but particularly children, deserve to live, work and attend school in environments free from violence.

Violence Prevention Activities

• Date Rape Issue Briefings
• Secret no More Incest and Sexual Abuse Newsletter
• Workplace Domestic Violence Forums
• Development and production of resources that facilitate the involvement of physicians and employers in domestic violence awareness and prevention. These resources will be available in English and Spanish.
• Sponsor monthly Pro Se "Do It Yourself" Divorce Seminars

Violence Prevention Strategic Plans

• Increase awareness of the impact of domestic violence at home and at work.
• Advocate safer homes, schools and communities.
• Improve access to information and resources on matters of violence.