I've decided to take a stand against domestic violence and participate in Family Centered Services of CT's 11th Annual Walk, Run & Ride to End Domestic Violence, a virtual event taking place October 1-October 31. Please help me take a stand against domestic violence and support programs and services of Family Centered Services of CT, as they work with children and families who have been impacted by domestic violence.
Children who witness intimate partner violence are more likely than their peers to experience a wide range of difficulties including behavioral, learning and social challenges. However, children are resilient. Intervention and long-term guidance can help heal the damage done and pave the path for a brighter, healthier future. Family CT works with children and families to help them heal, remain safe, and implement strategies to avoid violence in the home.
Many incidents of domestic violence go unreported, so it is impossible to know the true impact of the epidemic of domestic violence. However, according to the National Center for Disease Control & Prevention, the following statistics are reported incidents of intimate partner violence:
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1 in 4 women (23.2%) and 1 in 7 men (13.9%) have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner in their lifetime.
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1 in 10 women (9.7%) and 1 in 43 men (2.3%) have experienced stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime.
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1 in 2 women (47.1%) and 1 in 2 men (47.3%) have experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner in their lifetime.
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1 in 3 women (39.7%) and 1 in 2 men (41.1%) have experienced coercive control by an intimate partner in their lifetime.
Please consider making a donation to support me in raising money for this important cause!
