Shining A Light On Human Trafficking On Long Island: Experts
EAC Network’s Hauppauge conference on human trafficking discussed how to approach an Island-wide issue. By Kepherd Daniel, Patch Staff | Jan 16, 2026 5:34 pm EST HAUPPAUGE, NY — Beneath crystal chandeliers inside The Experience on Commerce Drive in Hauppauge, educators and service providers sat at round tables as panels and presentations moved through a difficult […]
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, […]
Pitch Your Peers The Hamptons: A Collaborative Local Philanthropy Initiative
By James Lane Post The Hamptons chapter of Pitch Your Peers, a pioneering philanthropy initiative, held its third annual Pitch Day on October 25 at Scoville Hall in Amagansett. Since its launch in April 2023, PYP The Hamptons has united philanthropic women from the community to collaboratively identify and champion local non-profits that qualify for […]
On East End, The Retreat urges year-end giving to help domestic abuse survivors
Adina Genn / Long Island Business News New charitable giving rules for 2026 may present challenges for non-profits, including those serving vulnerable populations. The Retreat, an East Hampton-based 24/7 domestic violence service provider, said it is facing a dual challenge. In addition to seeing unprecedented demand for its services, The Retreat is also coping with tax changes it […]
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 […]
The Retreat Golf Outing Raises Over $100,000
By Dan’s Staff, Dan’s Paper It was “fore” a good cause. Around 85 golfers gathered Monday, September 22 at Noyac Golf Club to benefit The Retreat in East Hampton. Executive Director Cate Carbonaro says the day was important “because we’re supporting survivors of domestic violence, human trafficking and sexual assault.” At the end of 18 holes and […]
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 […]
Love-All Against Abuse Tennis Event Honors Nancy Cohn and Raises Funds to Support Services for Survivors
Career-Styling Workshop Empowers Stephanie House Clients at The Retreat Boutique
Clients at Stephanie House, The Retreat’s emergency residential shelter, receive more than just safety—they’re supported with free counseling, legal advocacy, financial empowerment, and education as they begin to rebuild their lives. One inspiring offering is the Career-Styling Workshop, designed to boost confidence and prepare participants for professional opportunities. The most recent session—held at The Retreat […]