Around 24 people in the US are victims of domestic violence every minute. Over the course of a year, this adds up to approximately 12 million people. Domestic Violence Awareness Month has evolved in the past few decades of its annual observation, but the intent has remained the same: to raise awareness about this issue and to unite the millions of people across the country who are survivors of domestic violence.
Tag: sexual assault
What’s happening with the Spanish women’s soccer team?
Despite it being less than a week since the Spanish Women’s National Soccer Team won the Women’s World Cup, their victory has been somewhat overshadowed by serious allegations against the Spanish Soccer Federation (RFEF).
The Equal Rights Amendment: a step towards addressing sexual assault in the military
The ERA could help address sexual assault in the military by guaranteeing equal protections under the law. Currently, the 14th Amendment prohibits discrimination based on race, but not on the basis of gender. By adding the ERA to the Constitution, the law would explicitly prohibit discrimination based on gender and create a legal foundation for equal protection.
Why sex ed should stay in schools
Banning sex education can have significantly negative consequences for young people’s sexual health and well-being.
Sexual assault in the military: making reforms happen
In the lead up to Veterans Day, we’ll be sharing information about military sexual assaults. This is the third post in the series of three.
Sexual assault in the military: spotlighting problem solvers
In the lead up to Veterans Day, we’ll be sharing information about military sexual assaults. This is the second post in the series of three.
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