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Respect Rally for Dating and Domestic Violence Prevention

If you've seen my story, then you know ending dating and domestic violence is a part of my big agenda. Chris Brown and Rihanna aren't the only ones who got caught in the cycle of violence:

1 in 5 teens who have been in a serious relationship report being hit, slapped or pushed by a partner...57% of U.S. teens have had a friend in an abusive relationship

You can now host a Respect Rally for teen girls and guys, as well as young adults, with a special focus on domestic violence prevention. In addition to our usual activities that focus on exploring and skill-building around The Respect Basics, this special Rally covers:
• the cycle of violence
• how to recognize the signs of an abusive relationship
• how to set boundaries and create mutually respectful relationships from the get-go

This is an empowering outcomes-based program to book during Domestic Violence Awareness Month this October. After attending a traditional Respect Rally, 500 teens surveyed showed the following notable shifts:

• 98% understood the difference between respect and disrespect (up from 51% prior to attending the Rally).
• 94% said they feel more comfortable setting boundaries and speaking up (up from 70%).
• 73% understood how to create respect in their relationships (up from 39%).
• 81% said they will definitely get help when they were disrespected or if they need it to achieve their goals or create change (up from 42%).

Click here if you want to book a Rally focused on dating and domestic violence prevention.

And please check out the resources from the RESPECT Campaign by the Family Violence Prevention Fund, too.

 

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