The Monroe Sun (https://themonroesun.com/tag/domestic-violence/)
BRIDGEPORT, CT — Domestic abuse and sexual violence can happen to anyone —whether it is a young child sexually assaulted by a family member, or a mother finding the strength to leave a violent relationship to start over.
BRIDGEPORT, CT — The overhead lights of the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater were purple, rather than the usual blue, in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month Wednesday evening, when more than 500 people gathered for The Center for Family Justice’s annual candlelight vigil. Read More
MONROE, CT — Stylist Doris Ritenour combed Wendy Mitchell’s hair up to find the perfect spot for a purple hair extension, during an appointment inside her salon Monday morning. Read More
February is the month of hearts, flowers, candy, and romance.
Beyond the sweet remembrances that can make this month so special, February is also Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Read More
BRIDGEPORT — The Center for Family Justice will participate in the 8th annual Fairfield County’s Giving Day on Feb. 25, with its proceeds from the regional day of philanthropy designated for an innovative program offering its domestic violence clients free legal services. Read More
BRIDGEPORT, CT — The holiday season can be especially challenging for anyone coping with the trauma of domestic and sexual violence and child abuse. Read More
BRIDGEPORT, CT — The Center for Family Justice will hold a virtual Domestic Violence Awareness Month Vigil this October to commemorate the lives of 14 recent victims of domestic violence homicides in Connecticut in 2019 and raise awareness about the prevalence of abuse in local communities. Read More
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted life for all of us.
This October, as we observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month, I hope we will all focus attention on those who have been especially vulnerable during this devastating public health crisis: The thousands of adults and children living in our communities, who have also experienced the devastation of domestic abuse during an extended period of social isolation. Read More
Today, as our nation deals with an extraordinary public health crisis, Americans are being asked to stay home and practice social distancing. Read More