Center Against DV

CADV & URI have successfully merged! 🎉 We're transitioning to one united voice on social media soon -- follow @URI_NYC to stay updated on all our new and ongoing projects! 📈 #endDV

So for this week, leading up to my birthday, I would like to spotlight some amazing organizations fighting against domestic violence and advocating for and uplifting the women, men, and nonbinary folk affected by DV.

On October 30, my older sister was beaten to death in her home by her boyfriend in front of her child.

This event still pains me to this day and I can't sleep unless I know I'm doing everything in my power to combat DV. While it may not be a comfortable topic, DV is extremely prevalent in our society and I believe it is imperative that we bring more attention to this issue.

Thank you @Ashleythefourth! 🙏🏾💜 twitter.com/Ashleythefourt…

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Today is #PTSDAwarenessDay. Do you know the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder?

Domestic violence can take many forms that may be difficult to detect. Discover 15 signs of domestic abuse that are not physical, from @Refinery29: buff.ly/2xjbUiA

Filled with gratitude for our partners at @CannonDesign & @CenterForArch for breathing new life in the into our historic Brooklyn shelter! 👏🙏🏾 Thank you community partners for a serene new space where even more families can heal. ❤️ #helpinghands #MondayMotivation

“Don't wait around for other people to be happy for you. Any happiness you get you've got to make yourself.” #AliceWalker #mondaymotivation #wellreadblackgirl

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Fantastic dialogue took place today on URI’s first-ever Facebook Live: “Domestic Violence & Pets: Protecting the Hidden Victim.” Watch it on urinyc.org/pals in case you missed it! #ProtectPetsToo #PALSxPurina twitter.com/nestleusa/stat…

70% of domestic violence victims say their pets were either threatened, harmed, or killed by their abuser. You CAN actually help! Stand with our #PALSNYC program & @Purina in our joint effort to protect the hidden victim: facebook.com/urinyc. #ProtectPetsToo

Ramadan Kareem! So glad to share this beautiful tradition rooted in faith, love and charity with New York City’s vibrant Muslim community!

Shared parenting bills are stricter in nature, which means domestic violence victims would have to overcome an even tougher legal standard to prove abuse exists. But many victims of domestic abuse lack the money or resources needed to provide such evidence ow.ly/q2Xj30kaAXP

A2: "she seems fine to me." A survivor may not show any outward signs of the emotional or physical impacts of sexual assault or abuse. #TheTale

Since May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth, check out these simple ways to protect your mental health everyday. ow.ly/CVuJ30k6yhM

As Mental Health Awareness Month continues it is important to remember the serious impact that domestic violence and sexual assault can have on a person's mind. For advice on how to reach out to a friend or family member who may need help please visit: bit.ly/1nctWHy