When Technology Becomes a Tool for Control
There was a time when conversations and relationships happened primarily offline. We formed and maintained connections in person for the most part. That’s no longer the reality. Today, relationships happen in group chats, on social media, and through apps. Whether people are aware or not, emerging technology like AI has a hand in our relationships. As these online spaces become more prevalent, they also create new opportunities for harm to occur.
The Retreat Joins the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon as an Official Charity Partner
We have exciting news to share: New York Road Runners (NYRR), the nonprofit that runs New York City, has officially named The Retreat a Charity Partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon, taking place Sunday, November 1. The Retreat is now assembling a team of runners dedicated to going the distance for adult […]
Retreat Statement on Recent Release of Epstein Files
The Retreat acknowledges the recent release of government records related to the crimes of Jeffrey Epstein and the widespread reports that dozens of survivors’ names and other personally identifying information were left unredacted in those files. These disclosures have caused renewed distress, forced survivors to relive their trauma, and in some cases exposed them to […]
February Is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month: Real Love Respects
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), a time to shine a light on the importance of fostering safe, healthy relationships for young people. The theme for 2026 is “Real Love Respects,” which highlights a powerful truth: mutual respect is the foundation of every healthy relationship. At The Retreat, we’re committed to empowering families […]
The Retreat Raises Awareness and Strengthens Collaboration During Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, share knowledge, and strengthen community responses to trafficking. Throughout the month, The Retreat played an active role in local education and prevention efforts by participating in key discussions and professional gatherings focused on understanding, identifying, and responding to human trafficking on Long Island. DEAN’S […]
January Is National Stalking Awareness Month: Naming It Matters
January is National Stalking Awareness Month (NSAM)—a time to bring visibility to a form of abuse that is far more common than many people realize, yet often minimized, misunderstood, or left unnamed. In the United States, more than 1 in 5 women and approximately 1 in 10 men experience stalking in their lifetimes. Despite these […]
January Is Human Trafficking Prevention Month: Awareness Is Action
January marks Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, strengthen our communities, and take meaningful steps to prevent human trafficking. While trafficking can feel like a distant issue, it happens in communities across the United States—and prevention starts with knowledge, connection, and support. Human trafficking occurs when an individual or group uses force, […]
October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Building Safer, Healthier Relationships
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a national campaign dedicated to raising awareness about domestic and intimate partner violence. While these conversations can be difficult, they are essential. On average, 24 people per minute in the United States are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner. These alarming numbers underscore the […]
Introducing Retreat Reads: A Quarterly Book Club for Reflection, Learning, and Connection
We’re excited to introduce Retreat Reads, our new quarterly book club created for those who want to deepen their understanding of domestic violence and human trafficking through the power of storytelling. Stories have the ability to open hearts, build empathy, and help us better understand complex experiences. In each season, we will explore a thought-provoking […]
Back to School, Back to Safety: How The Retreat Is Equipping Long Island Students for a Safer Future
As backpacks are packed and school doors reopen across Long Island, The Retreat’s Prevention Education Team is already in motion — stepping into classrooms, youth centers, and community spaces with one mission: to prevent abuse before it starts. This isn’t your typical school-year programming. At The Retreat, we believe that prevention is more than a […]