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The Disturbing Reason Why Half of All Girls in Pakistan Think Domestic and Sexual Violence is OK

By Teen Vogue 02/16/2016

“… A heartbreaking report revealed that more than half of teenage Pakistani and Indian girls believe that domestic violence is justified for at least one reason, including refusal to have sex. …”

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Hozier and Saoirse Ronan collaborate to raise money for domestic violence

By Cosmopolitan UK 02/14/2016

“… Hozier created a song called Cherry Wine – a piece that was written from a male perspective of an abuse sufferer. He has now enlisted the help of actress Saoirse Ronan and Emmy winning director Dearbhla Walsh to create a visual that further highlights the issue of domestic violence. …”

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Batesville nonprofit opens domestic-violence shelter for men

By Three Rivers Edition 02/11/2016

“… “Many people do not realize that domestic violence also affects men,” said Patty Duncan, executive director of Family Violence Prevention Inc. in Batesville. “It’s not just male/female relationships. Domestic violence includes intimate partners, family and household members.” …”

Read the entire article:http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2016/feb/11/batesville-nonprofit-opens-domestic-violence-shelt/?f=threerivers

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Abuse inquiry to meet elderly victims as ‘matter of urgency’

By The Scotsman 02/10/2016

“… The inquiry, which could take up to four years, will cover allegations of abuse of children in formal institutional care including faith-based organisations, children’s homes and secure care as well as those in foster care, long-term hospital care and boarding schools. …”

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Funding comes in for Aboriginal anti-domestic violence program

By The Townsman 02/09/2016

“… Announced by the provincial government, the Ktunaxa/Kinbasket Child and Family Services will use the funding for it’s new ‘In the Spirit of Peace’ program, which incorporates experiential therapy, responsive methods and traditions with current therapeutic practice to help families impacted by domestic violence. …”

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DA Announces Effort to Stop Teen Domestic Violence

By The Times of San Diego

“… “We know that it will ‘take a village’ to make a difference,” said Jessica Yaffa, the Domestic Violence Council President. “This campaign is not just about educating our youth, it’s about getting the attention of parents, teachers, school boards, officials and community members to start a conversation about what healthy relationships should and can look like.” …”

Read the entire article:http://timesofsandiego.com/life/2016/02/08/chargers-join-effort-to-stop-teen-domestic-violence/

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Elder Abuse Victims Protected Under Domestic Violence Law

By NJ.com

“… A “victim of domestic violence” also includes any person, regardless of age, who has been subjected to domestic violence by a person with whom the victim has a child, or with whom the victim anticipates having a child, if one of the parties is pregnant. “Victim of domestic violence” is also defined to include any person who has been subjected to domestic violence by a person with whom the victim has had a dating relationship. As set forth above, the Domestic Violence Prevention Act was drafted to cover a number of situations, including when the perpetrator is a spouse, significant other, live-in family member, or even a non-relative roommate. …”

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Gay Men Left Vulnerable as LGBT Domestic Violence Organization Faces Closure

By Take Part 02/06/2016

“… Because domestic violence is widely viewed as a women’s issue, federal funds are typically funneled to organizations that cater to female victims. But when that happens, some of the most marginalized communities are left with nowhere to turn in times of crisis. …”

Read the entire article: http://www.takepart.com/article/2016/02/06/lgbt-domestic-violence

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Neglected elderly rights clash with growing aged care industry

By The Australian 02/06/2016

“… The reason is their different care needs, and unfortunately every attempt to resolve the situation has failed to find a compromise. Consequently, they can no longer live as a couple, which greatly impinges on their psychological and emotional welfare. …”

Read the entire article: http://www.theaustralian.com.au/opinion/columnists/angela-shanahan/neglected-elderly-rights-clash-with-growing-aged-care-industry/news-story/68101967b9383d7c1995cd1c20f3ecb3

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