MCEDSV

Hosted @mcedsv, @womenlawyersMI, @FirstStepPeace1, SafeHouse, @HAVEN_Oakland, & @ACCESS1971 for a roundtable to discuss their work for survivors of domestic violence, learn more about their resources, services, & unmet needs in our community, & how I can support them in Congress.

We need your help to tell Congress that a 40% cut to VOCA will be devastating and that they need to act now. #Crisis4Victims #VOCA

We are so excited to see our own MCEDSV staff Josef Canaria and Amanda Barratt present for Prevent Connect today! There is still time to register!

@WLNS @FOX47News @MichiganAdvance @GongwerMichigan @MIRSnews

MCEDSV Press Release on the historic investments in survivor services in the Michigan Budget. @annaliznichols @wilxTV @wdet @freep @detroitnews @detnews @Local4News @wxyzdetroit

Policy Attorney @HeathBLowry proudly attended the signing of bills to increase protections for survivors navigating medical, educational, and legal systems.

Thank you, @RepDebDingell, for being a continual champion for survivors in the halls of Congress!

At the @mcedsv conference, Laura Hoehner-Dane from @safehousecenter and Audriana Buchanan-Cronk with First Step will talk about ways to better serve the unique barriers your programs face in your respective communities and foster community. Learn more mcedsv.org/event/mcedsv-2…

PRESS RELEASE 📰📺📱📢🎙️ After months of advocacy, Michigan Legislature recognizes domestic and sexual violence service providers as first responders providing critical services to Michiganders. @wdet @freep @detroitnews @detnews @Local4News @wxyzdetroit reach out to us!

You can play a role in preventing sexual violence and deconstructing rape culture. Check out the graphic to learn more about actions you can take.

#CoalitionConnection: @mcedsv is dedicated to the empowerment of all the state’s survivors of domestic & sexual violence. Our mission is to develop & promote efforts aimed at the elimination of all domestic and sexual violence in Michigan. Learn more at buff.ly/3W0gJnd

RISE Partner Spotlight: @mcedsv has been on the forefront of demanding dignity for victims for more than forty years by applying a smart, bold standard to all prospective litigation to create new precedent for Michigan victims.

If a survivor tells you what happened to them and it doesn't make sense to you then the problem is not with the survivor's story or how they're explaining it - the problem is with your understanding of how abusers abuse.

@MichiganHHS launched its new domestic violence hotline. The free, confidential service is available all day every day & all calls, texts, & chats are answered by trained advocates who can provide you with crisis support & connect you w/ local resources. #DVAM @MCEDSV #WearPurple

Thank you to @RepDebDingell and Heath Lowry from @mcedsv for meeting with First Step staff to learn how we can work together to better support survivors in our community.

Will you commit to giving $10 or more to support survivors? Your gift of any size helps us build a better, safer world for everyone: givefordv.nnedv.org/organizations/… #DVAM #Every1KnowsSome1 #GiveForDV

“Why didn’t she leave?” ➡️ “His abuse made it impossible for her to leave.” Media must tell domestic violence stories correctly: supporting survivors and holding abusers accountable. More in @nnedv’s Media Guide: nnedv.org/content/media-… #DVAM #Every1KnowsSome1 #GiveForDV

Media often perpetuates dangerous domestic violence myths, like: ❌ Blaming victims ❌ Using sensationalized words and images ❌ Exploiting trauma Survivors deserve better. Check out @nnedv’s Media Guide for more: nnedv.org/content/media-… #DVAM #Every1KnowsSome1 #GiveForDV

The Domestic Violence Awareness Month (#DVAM) Week of Action starts October 17! Take action and support survivors in your community, October 17-23: nnedv.org/content/week-a… You can show your support by giving to MCEDSV here: givefordv.nnedv.org/organizations/… #GiveForDV

Controlling behavior and extreme jealousy aren’t romantic. They’re abuse. Here are some signs of controlling behavior that we need to start identifying as abusive behavior. nnedv.org/content/red-fl… #Every1KnowsSome1 #DVAM2022