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4 More Domestic Violence Awareness Month Resources

In addition to our free workshop, here are some powerful resources and tools to use with teens during Domestic Violence Awareness Month:

1. Book
My friend Victor Rivas, spokesperson for the National Network to End Domestic Violence, wrote this gripping memoir about his own survival of domestic violence. I feel it is especially powerful for teens to read as Victor tells his story of finally breaking free by telling his truth and getting help.
A Private Family Matter: A Memoir

2. Hotline
U.S. National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233
Resources

3. Programs
Family Violence Prevention Fund
Check out its Respect Campaign and Lessons from Literature program.

4. Parent Tools
MADE and Love is Not Abuse
Free program that moms, dads and schools can lead to prevent and end teen dating violence.
Learn more here

 

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