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Red Flags to Look Out for in a New Relationship

It’s February, which means Valentine’s Day is in the air. If you didn’t feel the pressure to couple up during the start of “cuffing season” (the cold months from October to March when you get desperate to have a serious relationship just so you can cuddle on the couch with someone), you may be feeling

Debunking Some Myths About Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

There are a lot of myths about domestic violence and sexual assault that make the rounds. Educating yourself about them and finding out the truth can make you a better advocate for survivors, and can help you recognize issues you may not have seen before. Here we take down three myths that we’ve heard to

Ways to Give Back as a Woman Against Crime this Holiday Season

The holidays are a season of gift-giving, and one way to continue that spirit is by giving back to your community. At Women Against Crime, we have a lot of ideas on ways that we can give back and empower women, during the holidays and beyond. Be a Volunteer Advocate for Survivors of Domestic Abuse

What We’re Thankful For: Resources for Survivors

During the month of November, a lot of us take time to list what we’re grateful for. You’ve probably seen gratitude challenges across social media, where your friends make a list each day of something they’re grateful for. At Women Against Crime, we’re going to chime in with a list of organizations that we’re especially

October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, always call 911. In October, we bring awareness to domestic violence and abuse through National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This national month of remembrance and action was first started in 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence with the intention of connecting battered women’s

Back to School Safety Tips for Moms

The early fall is a time of year when we all work on getting back into routines. After a fun-filled summer, it can be weird to get back into the daily groove. Being a busy mom who has to get kids back to school doesn’t mean you should let your guard down. Here are a

Strangers in Your House: How to Stay Safe when Contractors or Repair People Come By

Whether it’s the phone company, the electric company, or a repair person, there are any number of contractors that may need access to your house to maintain your utilities or set up services. Having a stranger in your house can put you in an extremely vulnerable situation, even if they have legitimate business with you.

Stalking: What You Should Do (Part 2 of 2)

In the second part of this two-part series, Trish details what to do if you or a friend is experiencing stalking. Please read part one to find out more about what stalking is, who can be a victim of stalking, and what tools a stalker may use. If you are in immediate danger, always call

Stalking: What You Should Know (Part 1 of 2)

In the first part of this two-part series, Trish details what stalking is, who can be a victim, and the tools stalkers use. In part two, she gives you more information on what to do if you or a friend is experiencing stalking. If you are in immediate danger, always call 911. For more resources,

How to Identify Grooming and What to Do if You See It

If you’ve ever talked to your women friends about a friend who is or has fallen prey to a predatory scheme, you may have heard the following: How could she fall for that? Can’t she see how fake he is? Why can’t she just leave him? We’ve talked about the cycle of abuse and the