dating violence

Girlfriend sets 22 rules for boyfriend, highlighting perfect example of abuse

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Submitted 10-09-2018 under NONPROFITS

GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Every relationship should have boundaries, but when those expectations become tactics to maintain power and control over a dating partner, it is almost always an indication of dating violence. Twitter user @kkeyes96 recently...

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Young Leaders Against Violence (YLAV) calls for teen leaders to help eliminate violence in our community

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Submitted 09-14-2016 under NONPROFITS

In this week’s segment of GRTV’s NPO Showcase, Young Leaders Against Violence (YLAV) mentors Amy Endres-Bercher and Julia Raap discuss the importance of violence awareness and education for teens. You’ll also hear from YLAV teens...

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Local youth against violence group calling for applicants to June Teen Advocacy Conference

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Submitted 06-03-2015 under NONPROFITS

On Friday, June 26, local youth-led coalition YLAV (Young Leaders Against Violence) is hosting a Teen Advocacy Conference at the Kent County Health Department from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Youth participants will have the opportunity to learn about a...

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month provides perfect opportunity for continued conversation and action around violence prevention

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Submitted 09-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

GRAND RAPIDS -- Over the last few weeks, conversations around domestic violence have flooded the media. Without a doubt, the recent crimes within the National Football League has brought the issue of domestic abuse to the forefront. While it is ever...

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Campaign exceeds goal, brings teen violence prevention program back in classrooms

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Submitted 06-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

A lot can change in a year. In summer of 2013, the Resources Against Violent Encounters (RAVE) program from Family Futures was on the ropes – critically low in funding, and in danger of ending altogether. Family Futures launched the “...

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Increased discussion of violence against women demands increased awareness of community resources

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Submitted 05-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

As a result of the recent horrific tragedies, there has been a significant increase in the discussion of the culture of violence against women. However, the reality remains that gendered violence happens every day, and while each of these acts of...

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