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...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...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...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...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 “...Increased discussion of violence against women demands increased awareness of community resources
by (Safe Haven Mini...)
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...