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Study: Walking at Night is a Different Experience for Women Compared to Men - Why It Matters
Researchers from Brigham Young University conducted a study showing the different ways women go about navigating through university...
Stephen Carter
Feb 13, 20241 min read
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Empowering Indigenous Communities: The Not Invisible Act Commission (NIAC) Hub
One of the challenges faced by Indigenous communities across the United States is the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women and...
John Freedom
Nov 29, 20233 min read
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Traveling by Car Alone This Summer? Here are 7 Plus Tips to Help You Stay Safe
Discover 7 ways - plus more - easily done ways to stay safe as you travel.
Stephen Carter
Jun 23, 20234 min read
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Breaking the Cycle: The U.S. National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence
“The U.S. National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence: Strategies for Action” is an important step to end gender-based violence.
Stephen Carter
May 30, 20232 min read
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5 Indicators Your Partner is Gaslighting You
Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse. Discover 5 indicators your partner is gaslighting you and how to protect yourself.
Stephen Carter
Jan 22, 20235 min read
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Honoring Human Trafficking Prevention Month and Human Trafficking Awareness Day
Learn about National Human Trafficking Prevention month and discover how you can help stop this horrific crime.
Stephen Carter
Jan 2, 20234 min read
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How to Shop Safely This Holiday Season
Tips for shopping safely and for staying personally safe as you travel to and from shopping and using ATMs.
Stephen Carter
Dec 9, 20221 min read
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International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict (updated for 2022)
June 19, 2022 is the UN's International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. Discover how you can help.
Stephen Carter
Jun 1, 20222 min read
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Starting over: How to rebuild your finances after experiencing financial abuse
Guest blog by Kendall Little Economic or financial abuse—encompassing anything from secretly withholding funds to restricting basic...
John Freedom
Feb 4, 20229 min read
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Protect You and Your Loved Ones From Human Trafficking! Discover the Facts (updated)
Learn the facts about human trafficking and how to protect loved ones.
Stephen Carter
Jan 29, 20223 min read
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Most Americans don’t realize just how real domestic violence is and how many lives are affected by it. Here's how to help.
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Oct 4, 20212 min read
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Sex Assaults on Campus - Don’t be a Victim!
Learn how to stay safe when living or going to classes on campus as millions of students return to college in-person learning.
Stephen Carter
Aug 26, 20214 min read
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Confronting Domestic Violence Abusers Face to Face - A Restorative Justice Approach
Intimate partner violence / domestic violence is a persistent, global problem that occurs across all socioeconomic levels, all...
Stephen Carter
Jan 19, 20212 min read
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Are You or a Loved One Dealing With Domestic or Sexual Abuse? The YWCA May Be Able to Help!
If you or a loved one is dealing with intimate partner abuse, one organization you may not have thought of when looking for help is the YWCA
Stephen Carter
Jun 9, 20202 min read
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Interview With Dr. Jed Diamond - Staying Safe From Domestic Violence During Lockdown and Beyond
FREA is here as a resource for anyone and everyone who has experienced or is at risk for abuse. We're seeing indicators that Intimate...
Stephen Carter
May 1, 20202 min read
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Protecting Yourself While Sheltering in Place
With families in lockdown worldwide, there has been a dramatic rise in “intimate terrorism,”. Here are practical tips to stay safe.
John Freedom
Apr 17, 20203 min read
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Sheltering at Home Safely - Taking a Pause to Calm Yourself
I am a psychologist who has spent most my career serving people who have experienced profound abuse. My own childhood was a nightmare of...
Kristin Miller, PhD, Psychologist, DCEP
Apr 14, 20203 min read
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About to Give Out Your Cell Number? Here's a Safer Alternative!
You’re at an event or a special location and strike up a conversation with someone you think could be a person you want to learn more...
Stephen Carter
Feb 12, 20203 min read
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Protect Your Residence During National Crime Prevention Month
Note: Audio podcast companion episode for this post available at the bottom of the page. October is National Crime Prevention Month....
Stephen Carter
Oct 22, 20193 min read
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How to Avoid Danger When Walking on Campus
It’s that time of year. Students arrive on campuses ready to dive into new academic and living adventures. It’s also a time to remind...
Stephen Carter
Aug 26, 20193 min read
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