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.
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Empowering survivors and victims of domestic violence through the Equal Rights Amendment
Domestic violence remains a pressing issue worldwide, affecting countless individuals and families. Studies consistently reveal that women and girls are disproportionately affected by domestic violence, experiencing physical, emotional, and economic abuse at higher rates than men.
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