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
Month: October 2016
“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