“… Education Secretary Betsy DeVos on Wednesday formally announced new protections for those accused of campus sexual harassment and assault, a controversial move that upends Obama-era guidance she had argued denied due process to the accused. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/06/politics/education-secretary-betsy-devos-title-ix-regulations/index.html

“… Widespread media reports have highlighted the concerning rise in domestic violence because of lockdown. Much of these reports have focused on the impact on women and children. However, many older adult victims of domestic violence are also at significant risk during the pandemic. …”

Read the entire article:  https://theconversation.com/coronavirus-lockdown-measures-may-be-putting-older-adults-at-greater-risk-of-abuse-137430

 

“… The research revealed that many LGBT+ people hold deep misconceptions about domestic violence and don’t understand the many ways it can impact upon queer communities. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.pinknews.co.uk/2020/05/11/lgbt-domestic-violence-gay-cisgender-straight-australia-study/

 

“… But recent research indicates that two of every five abuse victims is male. Abuse is gender-specific, so the VAWA needs to be rendered gender-neutral. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2020/may/10/letters-editor-men-can-be-abuse-victims-too/

 

“… The hotline, specifically for men, can be used by male victims of domestic abuse or sexual violence, but also those by those who are at risk of other kinds of violence. Examples include victims of stalking and arranged marriage. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.dw.com/en/german-states-announce-new-hotline-for-male-victims-of-domestic-violence/a-53209399

 

“… Expert say now is the time to talk with your child about cyberbullying. Kids and technology is nothing new, but with kids home all day with phones and on the internet, there is an increased risk of cyberbullying. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.kjrh.com/news/local-news/talking-with-your-children-about-cyberbullying-during-pandemic

“… Abuse from a sibling is also less likely to be reported because of the fear of retaliation from the perpetrator, or because they may be unable to recognise the difference between abuse and “acceptable” sibling aggression. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2020/apr/14/uk-cinderella-domestic-abuse-female-family-members

 

By Sam McGriskin – The Post Millennial 04/18/2020

 

“… Seniors are one of the populations most affected by coronavirus pandemic and now they are also the target of scammers attempting to prey on people while they are vulnerable. The government is working to support people who are most impacted by the virus but scammers are taking advantage of this by imitating authorities to collect money from seniors. …”

Read the entire article: https://thepostmillennial.com/seniors-targeted-in-coronavirus-scams

 

“… While many of the same methods of control used by heterosexual domestic abusers are also used by LGBTQ abusers, those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or queer face unique forms of manipulation related to their sexual orientation or gender identity. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/coronavirus-restrictions-highlight-lgbtq-domestic-abuse-crisis-n1186376

 

“… Domestic abuse charity, Men’s Aid, is expressing concern over the lack of services available for male victims during the pandemic. Recent figures suggest that one in seven men experience some form of domestic abuse. …”

Read the entire article: https://www.fm104.ie/news/fm104-news/charity-calls-for-services-for-male-victims-of-domestic-abuse/