Although 2016 marked several important victories for women, there are still many challenges that American women face in 2017. Learn more about each problem below and join LiveYourDream.org to find out how to be part of the solution. Sadly, some people think Read More
Year: 2016
Substance Abuse and Domestic Violence: Linking the Two
Substance abuse and domestic violence connect in a number of ways. The two can affect the abuser, the victim, and anyone else within the home. It is important to know the risks that come with being an abuser or victim Read More
Where Do We Go From Here?
I don’t know about you, but I feel like I’ve been riding an emotional rollercoaster these past few weeks. Tensions are running high within our government, our communities, and even within some of our families. Regardless of your political affiliations, Read More
Oil Development (DAPL) & Violence Against Native Women
Three years ago, I sat in the Department of Interior and watched President Obama sign the re-authorization of the Violence Against Women Act 2013 (“VAWA”) into law. President Obama said, Tribal governments have an inherent right to protect their people, Read More
I Work So Women and Girls Have Choice and Opportunity
The other day, I was in a creative writing class. The instructor asked what we all did for a living. I said I worked in the communications/marketing department of Soroptimist/LiveYourDream.org, an organization that empowers disadvantaged women and girls to follow Read More
Too Close to Home
Luz Aponte, a survivor of domestic violence, speaks candidly in this public awareness announcement about her niece who recently lost her life to domestic violence. As a nonprofit whose mission is to improve the lives of women and girls, LiveYourDream.org/Soroptimist’s staff is Read More
“Dear Survivor” Book Sends Love to the Stanford Survivor
This blog is an update on LiveYourDream.org’s “Dear Survivor” campaign! Keep reading for a free downloadable wallpaper to infuse your day with love and encouragement. “Empowerment” is a word we hear often, but what exactly does it mean? We are empowered when Read More
Self Love for Survivors: Not Just Self Care
One of the most difficult tasks for any woman is learning how to practice self love. When you’re also a survivor of a past trauma such as domestic violence, child abuse, poverty or addiction, learning to love yourself can be Read More
Break the Silence on Domestic Violence: Facts and Figures
Domestic violence thrives when we are silent. But if we speak up, we can end it. Below are some domestic violence facts to explain the scale and impact of this problem. FACT: 4,774,000 women in the U.S. experience physical violence Read More
42 Domestic Violence Warning Signs
What Is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence comes in all sizes and shapes, because every relationship is different. Domestic violence warning signs likewise vary from one situation to another. But all domestic violence includes some kind of willful harm against a partner, whether Read More