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If you would like to be recognized as a safe place for people in domestic violence situations, consider becoming a Purple Ribbon Member. This group allows victims to get help at places that they normally go, such as a hairdresser or physical therapist, so that their abuser doesn’t get suspicious.
Kathleen Davis, Domestic Abuse Resource Center Director attended a training in Tucson, AZ last month. The National Network to End Domestic Violence hosted the training for transitional housing programs entitled, “Increasing Access to Transitional Housing”. This training covered best practices for serving LGBTQ+ survivors and the many barriers they encounter. Kathleen shared, “I was honored…
Domestic violence advocates know the important role that law enforcement plays in responding to victims in these often dangerous situations. As first responders to calls of domestic violence and sexual abuse, much of the system’s ability to keep victims safe and hold offenders accountable relies upon the initial response and investigations done by law enforcement…
Helping Services for Youth & Families’ Domestic Abuse Resource Center (DARC) is recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness during the month of October. In Iowa and around the world, October is a month to create awareness around domestic violence, using the color purple to symbolize the cause. We are grateful for our strong partnerships with local law…
Helping Services’ Domestic Abuse Resource Center team members attended Virtual Advocacy Day for the Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault, and Iowa Coalition for Collective Change. This day entailed advice for advocating with legislators, as well as information on the need for state funding for victim services. Investing in state funds…