ICADV enthusiastically welcomes our second guest blogger as Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to a close. Domestic violence and sexual assault are undeniably linked. Advocates and allies on both fronts unite in the belief that consent and choice are vital to safety, that all survivors deserve to be seen, heard, and believed, and that everyone …

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ICADV is excited to welcome our first guest blogger this month during Child Abuse Prevention Month. The intersections of domestic violence and child abuse are undeniable and we are committed to furthering initiatives and messages that work to end all violence in our communities and make homes safer for everyone. In this blog we hear …

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The 2024 theme for women’s history month is “Women who advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion.” As we celebrate women’s history, we applaud accomplishments and the female figures in “herstory” that have helped paved the way for women today. We often lift up stories about the “sheroes” making a difference in our communities. We honor …

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Too often, women’s roles in media are reduced to sexual fantasies. Depictions of fantasy women are problematic for a multitude of reasons, one being that fantasies don’t acknowledge the complexities of girlhood or their potential as humans, a box that has proven to be fatal to girls and women time and time again. In all …

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Domestic violence and its effects are present year-round. 2024 is still a fresh, new year and began with a month that holds meaning for several communities in terms of awareness building, many of which intersect with the work to end domestic violence. In this edition of our blog, ICADV’s Communications Coordinator, Oyindamola Olawepo, explores domestic …

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Gaslighting is a curious term in that it originated in popular culture, retreated to the world of psychology, and then returned to the popular zeitgeist in full force. Gaslighting exploded onto the pop culture scene in the mid-2010s. It is talked about in Tik-Toks, the focus of many memes, and countless articles have discussed what …

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The holidays are upon us, and that means most of us are busy and stressed! The winter holidays are an emotional time for many people full of both positive and negative associations. I loved Christmas with my family because it was often the only time we were all together: decorating the tree, making dinner together, …

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Throughout our Domestic Violence Awareness Month blog series, you will hear about domestic violence from various individuals, each with a unique perspective and experience. This week, in their own words, we hear from Jason and Rachal. Thank you to our contributing writers for sharing.    “While the sheltering of survivors is often a crucial first …

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Throughout our Domestic Violence Awareness Month blog series, you will hear about domestic violence from various individuals, each with a unique perspective and experience. This week, in their own words, we hear from Michelle and Christine. Thank you to our contributing writers for sharing.    “As a domestic violence legal advocate, I understand the importance …

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Throughout our Domestic Violence Awareness Month blog series, you will hear about domestic violence from various individuals, each with a unique perspective and experience. This week, in their own words, we hear from Ema and the staff at Apna Ghar. Thank you to our contributing writers for sharing.     “When considering the topic of reproductive …

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