Bystander: What to Do When a Friend or Relative Is in a Harmful Relationship
Many people in abusive relationships may not recognize the abuse or may feel unable to leave. If you suspect that a friend or loved one is experiencing abuse, your support can make a powerful difference. Remember: the decision to stay or leave ultimately lies with them. Your role is to be a consistent, compassionate presence. […]
What Would You Do? How to Intervene
by Olivia Suter Every October, advocates, survivors, and supporters recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), and this year’s campaign is #Every1KnowsSome1. This campaign highlights just how common intimate partner violence (IPV) is and how it is more than just physical violence. #Every1KnowsSome1, but how can we best support them? The Retreat’s Teen Leadership Council (TLC) […]
Community Partners Work Together To Combat Sexual Violence In Hampton Bays
Original article by Valerie Gordon published on 27east on November 15, 2018. The Retreat is working with several community partners in Hampton Bays to help combat sexual violence in the community. The East Hampton nonprofit, whose mission is to provide safety, shelter and support for victims of domestic abuse, has partnered with the Hampton Bays […]