We here at Domestic Violence Center are saddened by the tragedy in Cleveland of losing precious lives in such a violent manner. Six people shot - five dead - including 3 children - underscores the fact that domestic violence is so dangerous to all those who find themselves in an abusive situation. We never know when any abusive relationship will be one that ends in murder. Domestic Violence Center is here for the community: to help you if you are a victim, to help your sister, brother, mother friend or other loved ones. DVC wants you and the rest of the community to keep the conversation going about domestic violence. We need to talk about the issue. We need not be afraid to stand up and speak out against violence in our community. We need to educate our youth on healthy relationships vs. unhealthy relationships - and how to get help if they find themselves being abused. Silence around this issue is unacceptable.
Please give our hotline number 216-391-HELP to someone in need. Please join us in helping people stay safe. There are many things you can do to help: volunteer, reach out to others, talk with your kids and your neighbors' kids about domestic violence, donate to the cause, hold a drive, advocate for effective public policy and more. Help us by being part of the solution.
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I think it is so important to continue educating children and teens about healthy relationships. This is an interesting short film written by a teenage girl about masculinity and domestic violence. The "behind the scenes" is also very informative. Check it out:
http://www.scenariosusa.org/watchfilms/films/2009/01/bitter_memories.html
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