Why Employers Should Care About Domestic Violence And What They Can Do
While discussions of typical work-life policies and practices—such as childcare and flexibility—arise frequently, domestic violence silently disrupts work-life balance.
Bill giving unemployment benefits to domestic violence survivors advances in state House
A pair of state House committees unanimously advanced legislation Wednesday to extend unemployment benefits to domestic violence survivors and allow international team doctors to attend to players in the World Cup.
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No Fault of Their Own: Why the Government Needs to Support Domestic Violence Survivors
Throughout history, infrastructure has been built for economic security, yet it is essential that systems and infrastructures support domestic violence (DV) survivors as well. These survivors need subsidies and financial assistance, having found themselves under economic threats, through no fault of their own.
Housing remains 'biggest issue' for women fleeing domestic violence, say front-line organizations
Front-line organizations say housing remains a massive barrier for women fleeing domestic violence. Many shelters and supportive housing are full, leaving some women with few options, some going back to their abusers.
Merrillville officer back on force after paid leave from domestic violence accusations
A Merrillville Police officer accused in October of domestic violence has been reinstated to the force after being on paid leave since the accusations.
Breaking down rates of domestic violence across the US
According to the World Population Review, Illinois ranks in the top 10 states of women who have reported domestic violence. Iowa comes in 33rd in this study.
Evan Rachel Wood ‘Endlessly Proud of Survivors' After D.A. Says Ex Marilyn Manson Won't Face Domestic Violence Charges
Another one of Manson's accusers, ex Esmé Bianco, said she was "sadly not surprised" that the case didn't go forward.
NEPA domestic violence survivors, seniors at risk as federal funding hangs in limbo
Thousands of seniors and domestic violence survivors in NEPA rely on vital services, but a looming federal funding freeze could bring them to a devastating halt.
King County nonprofit worries Trump’s funding freeze would threaten safety of domestic violence survivors
Two-thirds of LifeWire's funding comes from federal agencies. Losing that would cause "catastrophic consequences" for victims of domestic violence.
Raleigh officer shooting a somber reminder of domestic violence's toll
Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman knows preventing domestic violence is a collective effort. Providing protection and safety for victims takes many different parties throughout a sensitive,
Alexander Zverev heckled by fan for domestic violence accusations after losing Australian Open final
World No. 2 Alexander Zverev was forced to address previous domestic abuse allegations made against him after he was heckled by a member of the crowd after the Australian Open final on Sunday.
LVMPD reviews fatal shooting by off-duty officer amid domestic violence incident
A domestic disturbance call on January 24 led to a fatal shooting involving an off-duty police officer in Boulder City.The incident began around 9:16 a.m. whe