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Domestic Violence Statistics
domesticviolencestatistics.org
o Every 9 seconds in the US a woman is assaulted or
beaten.
o Around the world, at least one in every three women has
been beaten, coerced into sex or otherwise abused during
her lifetime. Most often, the abuser is a member of her
own family.
o Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to
women - more than car accidents, muggings, and rapes
combined.
o Studies suggest that up to 10 million children witness
some form of domestic violence annually.
o Nearly 1 in 5 teenage girls who have been in a
relationship said a boyfriend threatened violence or
self-harm if presented with a breakup.
o Everyday in the US, more than three women are murdered
by their husbands or boyfriends.
o Ninety-two percent of women surveyed listed reducing
domestic violence and sexual assault as their top
concern.
o Domestic violence victims lose nearly 8 million days of
paid work per year in the US alone - the equivalent of
32,000 full-time jobs.
o Based on reports from 10 countries, between 55 percent
and 95 percent of women who had been physically abused by
their partners had never contacted non-governmental
organizations, shelters, or the police for help.
o The costs of intimate partner violence in the US alone
exceed $5.8 billion per year: $4.1 billion are for direct
medical and health care services, while productivity
losses account for nearly $1.8 billion.
o Men who as children witnessed their parents' domestic
violence were twice as likely to abuse their own wives
than sons of nonviolent parents.
domesticviolencestatistics.org
o Every 9 seconds in the US a woman is assaulted or
beaten.
o Around the world, at least one in every three women has
been beaten, coerced into sex or otherwise abused during
her lifetime. Most often, the abuser is a member of her
own family.
o Domestic violence is the leading cause of injury to
women - more than car accidents, muggings, and rapes
combined.
o Studies suggest that up to 10 million children witness
some form of domestic violence annually.
o Nearly 1 in 5 teenage girls who have been in a
relationship said a boyfriend threatened violence or
self-harm if presented with a breakup.
o Everyday in the US, more than three women are murdered
by their husbands or boyfriends.
o Ninety-two percent of women surveyed listed reducing
domestic violence and sexual assault as their top
concern.
o Domestic violence victims lose nearly 8 million days of
paid work per year in the US alone - the equivalent of
32,000 full-time jobs.
o Based on reports from 10 countries, between 55 percent
and 95 percent of women who had been physically abused by
their partners had never contacted non-governmental
organizations, shelters, or the police for help.
o The costs of intimate partner violence in the US alone
exceed $5.8 billion per year: $4.1 billion are for direct
medical and health care services, while productivity
losses account for nearly $1.8 billion.
o Men who as children witnessed their parents' domestic
violence were twice as likely to abuse their own wives
than sons of nonviolent parents.
Every 2 minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted.
How often does sexual assault occur?
rainn.org
There is an average of 207,754 victims (age 12 or older)
of rape and sexual assault each year.1
Every 2 minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually
assaulted.
Here's the math. According to the U.S. Department of
Justice's National Crime Victimization Survey - there is
an average of 207,754 victims (age 12 or older) of rape
and sexual assault each year.
There are 525,600 minutes in a non-leap year. That makes
31,536,000 seconds/year. So, 31,536,000 divided by
207,754 comes out to 1 sexual assault every 152 seconds,
or about 1 every 2 minutes.
[...]
References
U.S. Department of Justice. National Crime Victimization
Survey. 2006-2010.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1.800.656.HOPE(4673)
Free. Confidential. 24/7.
How often does sexual assault occur?
rainn.org
There is an average of 207,754 victims (age 12 or older)
of rape and sexual assault each year.1
Every 2 minutes, someone in the U.S. is sexually
assaulted.
Here's the math. According to the U.S. Department of
Justice's National Crime Victimization Survey - there is
an average of 207,754 victims (age 12 or older) of rape
and sexual assault each year.
There are 525,600 minutes in a non-leap year. That makes
31,536,000 seconds/year. So, 31,536,000 divided by
207,754 comes out to 1 sexual assault every 152 seconds,
or about 1 every 2 minutes.
[...]
References
U.S. Department of Justice. National Crime Victimization
Survey. 2006-2010.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
1.800.656.HOPE(4673)
Free. Confidential. 24/7.
Every 9 Seconds in the US a Woman Is Assaulted or Beaten
Help End Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. This week
Charity52 and the National Coalition Against Domestic
Violence have teamed up to help end domestic violence.
Every Home a Safe Home
To highlight the impact of domestic violence, NCADV has
partnered with Charity52 during the second week of
October to promote a limited edition t-shirt dedicated to
raising awareness about domestic violence issues.
Austin, TX (PRWEB) October 8, 2012
Domestic violence is a leading public health issue for
women. Designated as Domestic Violence Awareness month,
October is a time of particular focus on the impact of
domestic violence on women for the National Coalition
Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). Domestic violence is
the leading cause of injury to women, more than car
accidents, muggings and rapes combined. It is estimated
that one in 4 women will experience domestic violence in
their lifetime.
Since 1978 the NCADV has worked to support for the
provision of community-based, non-violent alternatives,
such as safe home and shelter programs, for battered
women and their children. In addition they have worked to
help shape public policy by sponsoring national public
policy initiatives and federal legislation such as the
Violence Against Women Act.
To highlight the impact of domestic violence, NCADV has
partnered with Charity52 during the second week of
October to promote a limited edition t-shirt dedicated to
raising awareness about domestic violence issues. For
each t-shirt sold Charity52 will contribute $8 to the
NCADV to help fund critical programs for victims of
domestic violence.
"We at NCADV are grateful to Charity52 for helping bring
light to this critical issue. Through partnerships like
this, we collectively gain strength in the stance to end
violence in the home. If we each do our part, even in
small ways, the louder our voice will become in saying no
to abuse and stopping domestic violence in the home."
The work that the National Coalition Against Domestic
Violence does to help victims of domestic violence is
invaluable, said Alice Ruiz, Executive Director of
Charity52. Its unfathomable that every 9 seconds in the
US a woman is assaulted or beaten and yet it isnt the
lead story on the news every night. It is only through
the tireless efforts of dedicated individuals like Rita
Smith, director of the NCADV, that this issue receives
the attention it deserves. We are grateful for the
opportunity to partner with them during Domestic Violence
Awareness month.
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness month, The White
House issued a proclamation signed by President Obama
highlighting challenges along with policy initiatives in
place to combat it.
While government must do its part, all Americans can
play a role in ending domestic violence. Each of us can
promote healthy relationships, speak out when we see
injustice in our communities, stand with survivors we
know, and change attitudes that perpetuate the cycle of
abuse.
According to the NCADV domestic violence is one of the
most chronically underreported crimes. Only approximately
one-quarter of all physical assaults, one-fifth of all
rapes, and one-half of all stalkings perpetuated against
females by intimate partners are reported to the police.
Domestic violence also has a significant economic impact
as well. The cost of intimate partner violence exceeds
$5.8 billion each year, $4.1 billion of which is for
direct medical and mental health services.
This week, Charity52 is working with the National
Coalition Against Domestic Violence to raise awareness
and bolster support for those impacted by domestic
violence. Their limited edition Every Home a Safe Home
t-shirt honors the mission of NCADV and those who seek to
protect and empower battered women and children. "We are
honored for the chance to work with NCADV", said Chris
Scharff, president of Charity52. "At Charity52 our goal
is to highlight non-profits that are making a significant
impact and to help raise awareness and funding through
our designs".
-30-
About the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
NCADV serves as a national information and referral
center for the general public, media, battered women and
their children, allied and member agencies and
organizations. NCADV has a strong track record of
providing programs with information and technical
assistance, and has promoted the development of
innovative programs which address the special needs of
all battered women, and the battered women's programs.
The National Directory of Domestic Violence Programs--A
Guide to Community Shelter, Safe Homes and Service
Programs provides up-to-date information about domestic
violence programs throughout the country, each with a
comprehensive profile of services.
About Charity52
Charity52 is one of a new breed of socially conscious
businesses who operate with community involvement as a
core part of their business model. Based in Austin Texas,
Charity52 pairs a new charity each week with a nationally
renowned artist to create a new limited edition t-shirt
design.
Help End Domestic Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. This week
Charity52 and the National Coalition Against Domestic
Violence have teamed up to help end domestic violence.
Every Home a Safe Home
To highlight the impact of domestic violence, NCADV has
partnered with Charity52 during the second week of
October to promote a limited edition t-shirt dedicated to
raising awareness about domestic violence issues.
Austin, TX (PRWEB) October 8, 2012
Domestic violence is a leading public health issue for
women. Designated as Domestic Violence Awareness month,
October is a time of particular focus on the impact of
domestic violence on women for the National Coalition
Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). Domestic violence is
the leading cause of injury to women, more than car
accidents, muggings and rapes combined. It is estimated
that one in 4 women will experience domestic violence in
their lifetime.
Since 1978 the NCADV has worked to support for the
provision of community-based, non-violent alternatives,
such as safe home and shelter programs, for battered
women and their children. In addition they have worked to
help shape public policy by sponsoring national public
policy initiatives and federal legislation such as the
Violence Against Women Act.
To highlight the impact of domestic violence, NCADV has
partnered with Charity52 during the second week of
October to promote a limited edition t-shirt dedicated to
raising awareness about domestic violence issues. For
each t-shirt sold Charity52 will contribute $8 to the
NCADV to help fund critical programs for victims of
domestic violence.
"We at NCADV are grateful to Charity52 for helping bring
light to this critical issue. Through partnerships like
this, we collectively gain strength in the stance to end
violence in the home. If we each do our part, even in
small ways, the louder our voice will become in saying no
to abuse and stopping domestic violence in the home."
The work that the National Coalition Against Domestic
Violence does to help victims of domestic violence is
invaluable, said Alice Ruiz, Executive Director of
Charity52. Its unfathomable that every 9 seconds in the
US a woman is assaulted or beaten and yet it isnt the
lead story on the news every night. It is only through
the tireless efforts of dedicated individuals like Rita
Smith, director of the NCADV, that this issue receives
the attention it deserves. We are grateful for the
opportunity to partner with them during Domestic Violence
Awareness month.
In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness month, The White
House issued a proclamation signed by President Obama
highlighting challenges along with policy initiatives in
place to combat it.
While government must do its part, all Americans can
play a role in ending domestic violence. Each of us can
promote healthy relationships, speak out when we see
injustice in our communities, stand with survivors we
know, and change attitudes that perpetuate the cycle of
abuse.
According to the NCADV domestic violence is one of the
most chronically underreported crimes. Only approximately
one-quarter of all physical assaults, one-fifth of all
rapes, and one-half of all stalkings perpetuated against
females by intimate partners are reported to the police.
Domestic violence also has a significant economic impact
as well. The cost of intimate partner violence exceeds
$5.8 billion each year, $4.1 billion of which is for
direct medical and mental health services.
This week, Charity52 is working with the National
Coalition Against Domestic Violence to raise awareness
and bolster support for those impacted by domestic
violence. Their limited edition Every Home a Safe Home
t-shirt honors the mission of NCADV and those who seek to
protect and empower battered women and children. "We are
honored for the chance to work with NCADV", said Chris
Scharff, president of Charity52. "At Charity52 our goal
is to highlight non-profits that are making a significant
impact and to help raise awareness and funding through
our designs".
-30-
About the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence
NCADV serves as a national information and referral
center for the general public, media, battered women and
their children, allied and member agencies and
organizations. NCADV has a strong track record of
providing programs with information and technical
assistance, and has promoted the development of
innovative programs which address the special needs of
all battered women, and the battered women's programs.
The National Directory of Domestic Violence Programs--A
Guide to Community Shelter, Safe Homes and Service
Programs provides up-to-date information about domestic
violence programs throughout the country, each with a
comprehensive profile of services.
About Charity52
Charity52 is one of a new breed of socially conscious
businesses who operate with community involvement as a
core part of their business model. Based in Austin Texas,
Charity52 pairs a new charity each week with a nationally
renowned artist to create a new limited edition t-shirt
design.
Florida police seek man after Swiss tourist raped
The Local
thelocal.ch
September 11, 2013
Miami Beach police in Florida are tracking a man who
allegedly raped and robbed a Swiss woman at a hotel in
the US city last week.
City police on Tuesday released a surveillance video of a
man suspected in the case, which is worrying visitors in
the internationally renowned holiday destination.
The incident occurred at around 4.30am last Friday at the
Breakwater Hotel, according to local media reports.
"A tourist from Switzerland had gotten into the
elevator, Miami Beach Police Sgt. Bobby Hernandez told
7News from the local WSVN TV station.
The Local
thelocal.ch
September 11, 2013
Miami Beach police in Florida are tracking a man who
allegedly raped and robbed a Swiss woman at a hotel in
the US city last week.
City police on Tuesday released a surveillance video of a
man suspected in the case, which is worrying visitors in
the internationally renowned holiday destination.
The incident occurred at around 4.30am last Friday at the
Breakwater Hotel, according to local media reports.
"A tourist from Switzerland had gotten into the
elevator, Miami Beach Police Sgt. Bobby Hernandez told
7News from the local WSVN TV station.
Police catch intruder who allegedly attacked woman in
Clinton Township
By Gordie Wilczynski
The Macomb Daily
Monday, September 16, 2013
A woman in her late 20s told police late Sunday a man
forced his way into her unit at Green Valley Apartments
and assaulted her.
Sterling Heights police, who responded to the call for
assistance from Clinton Township police because the
apartment complex is near the border for both
communities, caught the man who is in his late 30s on
Thunder Bay Street about one-half mile from Green Valley
Street. Police used a Taser to subdue him.
[...]
Police said they found the woman badly beaten. Maierle
said she has an orbital fracture just below her eye.
http://www.macombdaily.com/general-news/20130916/police-catch-intruder-who-allegedly-attacked-woman-in-clinton-townshipClinton Township
By Gordie Wilczynski
The Macomb Daily
Monday, September 16, 2013
A woman in her late 20s told police late Sunday a man
forced his way into her unit at Green Valley Apartments
and assaulted her.
Sterling Heights police, who responded to the call for
assistance from Clinton Township police because the
apartment complex is near the border for both
communities, caught the man who is in his late 30s on
Thunder Bay Street about one-half mile from Green Valley
Street. Police used a Taser to subdue him.
[...]
Police said they found the woman badly beaten. Maierle
said she has an orbital fracture just below her eye.
Rape hearing offers an unflattering glimpse of Naval
Academy culture
By Annys Shin,
washingtonpost.com
September 07, 2013
Three ex-U.S. Navy football team members accused of
sexually assaulting (U.S. Navy Football/AP )
The drinking began even before they left for the party.
Seven shots of coconut rum, give or take, the female
midshipman would say later. Straight from the bottle.
[...]
Sharon Hanley Disher, who was among the first women
admitted to Annapolis and whose twin children graduated
from the academy in 2010, said she found the case sad
and disappointing.
http://articles.washingtonpost.com/2013-09-07/local/41851297_1_midshipmen-binge-drinking-midshipman
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