Allies For Hope
Empowering Students, Building Change
We are honored to continue our work with the support of Governor Shapiro and PCCD through the Violence Intervention & Prevention (VIP) Grant. This vital funding makes it possible for…
Read MoreThe Overlap Between Substance Abuse and Domestic & Intimate Partner Abuse
Substance abuse and domestic or intimate partner abuse often intersect in ways that create complex challenges for survivors. While substance use never causes abuse, it can intensify the danger survivors…
Read MoreUnderstanding Mental Health and Domestic and Intimate Partner Abuse: A Crucial Intersection
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time for reflection, education, and raising awareness about the importance of mental well-being. As we take this month to focus on mental health,…
Read MoreGuiding Lights: Faith Leaders’ Role in Domestic Abuse Intervention
Faith, spirituality, and faith-based communities can often be an important part of a survivor’s support network. Survivors often find a renewed sense of purpose, strength, and community connection as they…
Read MoreRecognizing, Responding, and Helping Teens in Abusive Relationships
As kids get older, the adults in their life often know less about their daily lives. It’s part of the normal process of growing up – they need to start…
Read MoreSelf-care for the New Year
As we start the new year it can feel like everywhere we turn we’re hearing about self-care and resolutions to be our best selves. Most of us have a good…
Read MoreStalking Awareness Month: Know it- Name It- Stop it
January marks National Stalking Awareness Month (NSAM), with Stalking Awareness Day of Action on January 18th. We urge you to join us in recognizing and addressing the very serious crime…
Read MoreFrom Assumptions to Awareness: What I Learned About Rights from Angelina Jolie’s Know Your Rights
I’ll be honest. I assumed we had this all figured out. Women’s rights, children’s rights. I thought they were basic, universal, and firmly in place. As a 40-year-old mom raising…
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