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ex-husband’s rape and abuse nearly 2 years ago.
ex-husband’s rape and abuse nearly 2 years ago.
“The fact that I was able to be seen right away was amazing. Nice, kind, and knowledgeable staff. Explained things well and made this process easier.”
Free and confidential assistance 24 hours a day/7 days a week
For survivors of:
- Domestic Violence
- Dating Violence
- Rape/Sexual Assault
- Stalking
- Human Trafficking
- Abuse in Later Life
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The mission of the Abused Adult Resource Center is to assist victims of domestic violence and sexual assault by establishing and maintaining a program which will provide temporary shelter, crisis intervention, prevention, education, support and hope as a vision to eliminate violence.
The Abused Adult Resource Center (AARC) has been helping survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault for more than 40 years. Serving south central North Dakota, we provide emergency support, crisis intervention, temporary shelter, food, counseling, and advocacy to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
Our goal is to help our clients and their families find hope through a life free from abuse. We also enjoy working with our communities to create an awareness and sensitivity to domestic violence and sexual assault issues, establishing programs that aim to break the cycle of abuse.
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Intimate Partner Violence can happen to anyone. Throughout this month we will be exploring how IPV impacts different communities. Today we will be centering Indigenous communities. Strong Hearted Native Women's Coalition, Inc. reminds us that: “While it is important to acknowledge that American Indian and Alaska Native women experience some of the highest rates of physical and sexual violence in the nation, it is also important to understand that Native women have not always been the targets of abuse. Before European contact, abuse and domestic violence were rare in tribal communities.”
They cite a study stating that among Native American people:
• More than 55 percent had experienced intimate partner violence
• Nearly half had experienced stalking, and at least two in three had experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner
• Of the estimated 1.5 million Native women who had experienced violence, 97 percent of the violence was committed by a non-Native perpetrator (ex. individuals of other races)
It is also important to note that intimate partner violence was a factor in 38% of homicides of American Indian and Alaska Native women and 7% of homicides of American Indian and Alaska Native men (CDC).
The image shared is the Battering Triangle, a tool created by and for Native communities to better understand intimate partner violence. “The Power and Control Wheel, which is a non-Native diagram used to describe what typically occurs in an abusive relationship, has been revised by Native domestic violence advocates to reflect the root causes of violence in our tribal communities. The revised tool is the Battering Triangle and it helps depict the hierarchy of violence in our communities. The triangle includes cultural and ritual abuse and is reflective of colonization and the oppression that our people continue to endure” (Strong Hearted Native Women's Coalition, Inc.).
AARC is proud to offer support and services to the Indigenous communities. For more information and resources on intimate partner violence, please see the resources below.
National Indigenous Women's Resource Center
www.mhanation.com/victim-services/
strongheartednativewomen.org/domestic-violence/
First Nations Women's Alliance
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Today we encourage you to think about ways you can take action to end intimate partner violence. We are sharing 10 ways you can help end violence against women from UN Women. IPV happens to all genders, and women are the overwhelming majority of victims. Many of these actions are applicable to all genders, and importantly some center women. Stay tuned for posts later in the month on IPV and other genders.
#DVAM #Every1KnowsSome1
(www.unwomen.org/en/articles/explainer/take-action-10-ways-you-can-help-end-violence-against-women)
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Teen dating violence is a concerning issue that can have long-term effects. 1 in 12 U.S. high school students experience physical and or sexual violence in a dating relationship. These numbers increase when emotional, verbal, and economic abuse is considered. Additionally, 1 in 3 homicides in girls aged 11-18 are committed by an intimate partner.
The following guidance for helping a teen in a violent relationship was written by Danielle Silverman, LCSW, MEd, while at Council for Relationships.
Only 33% of teens who were in a violent relationship ever told anyone about the abuse. Teens worry adults won’t take their problem seriously or feel too embarrassed to discuss it. They may also be afraid that their parents will learn about the abuse and prevent them from dating.
If you believe your teen is in an abusive relationship, as the abuser or victim, follow these six steps.
Take them seriously. Minimizing their concerns because it’s “puppy love” doesn’t stop abuse from occurring in relationships. Listen to what they’re saying in a nonjudgmental and supportive way, and believe what they’re telling you.
Express concern. Tell your teen that abuse is not a normal part of romantic relationships. Everyone deserves a safe and healthy relationship. Tell them that this is an issue you take extremely seriously.
Express care. Let them know you are concerned about their safety and/or the safety of others and that you are here to support them.
Be supportive and understanding. Let your teen know that no one deserves abuse, and it’s not their fault if they are experiencing abuse. Don’t blame or force them to leave the relationship. Do not issue ultimatums like “break up or else you’ll be punished.” This cuts them off from support and makes them less likely to trust you in the future.
Develop a safety plan. The most dangerous time in an abusive relationship is when the abused partner decides to leave. Be especially supportive during this time, and connect your teen to support groups or professionals to protect them. This is important for both the teen experiencing abuse and the teen committing the abuse.
Provide education. Teens need guidance on how to be in a healthy relationship. They get this information from social media and TV shows that frequently glorify unhealthy relationships (for example, Euphoria). Teaching your teenager about boundaries, consent, and healthy expression of emotions will help them succeed in future relationships.
AARC is proud to offer support and services to teens and young adults, age 14 and older. For individuals younger than 14, please reach out to the Dakota Children's Advocacy Center.
Information by Futures Without Violence & Council for Relationships
Graphics by Council for Relationships
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