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AVDA at a Crossroads: Racial Justice and the Anti-Violence Movement 2

by AVDA | Jul 24, 2020 | Uncategorized

The second blog post of a series on evoking change. As part of the anti-violence movement, AVDA stands at a monumental crossroads at a historic moment in time, and we recognize the role we can play in racial justice. We are inspired to assess and understand how...

AVDA at a Crossroads: Racial Justice and the Anti-Violence Movement I

by AVDA | Jul 7, 2020 | Uncategorized

The first in a series of blog posts on evoking change. As part of the anti-violence movement, AVDA stands at a monumental crossroads at a historic moment in time, and we recognize the role we can play in racial justice. We remain steadfast in our mission to end family...

Staying Safe + Mental Health Tips

by Mayra Mendez | May 5, 2020 | Uncategorized

“Having courage does not mean that we are unafraid. Having courage and showing courage means we face our fears.” – Maya Angelou Staying Safe During Quarantine While Living with Perpetrator/Abuser Create or update your current safety plan. Given that most...

Stay Home, Stay Safe: Surviving domestic abuse during the coronavirus quarantine

by AVDA | Mar 27, 2020 | Uncategorized

With the “Stay Home” orders for Fort Bend and Harris counties, people who are surviving violence in their relationships and families are experiencing even greater isolation and danger. If you are experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone. One in four women...

Resources for Survivors of Domestic Violence during this Health Crisis

by AVDA | Mar 16, 2020 | Uncategorized

We know health, economic, and natural crises can add to the pressures facing survivors of domestic violence. People who are surviving violence in their relationships and families may be experiencing increased isolation and danger due to the current outbreak of...

Teens: Take Action against Dating Abuse

by AVDA | Feb 19, 2020 | Uncategorized

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Dating violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used to exert power and control over a dating partner. Teens can prevent dating abuse before it starts and intervene when friends need help. One in three girls in the...