Love is not abuse.
Intimate partner violence has no place in a loving relationship. Learn how to create connections built on respect, trust, and mutual desire and intention.
START now1 in 4 women
will experience intimate partner violence
1 in 7 men
will experience intimate partner violence
47,000 deaths
per year due to intimate partner violence
$55B per year
in government expenditure on intimate partner violence
The information you need for the relationship you deserve.
Strong, healthy, and safe relationships are the foundation of a happy and meaningful existence, but they are far from easy to build. They require conscious and intentional thought, patience, hard work, empathy, and so much more, including a little bit of luck.
While we can’t do much about the luck part, we can help with everything else. Our team of dedicated writers spends their time researching all the latest trends, insights, and research on healthy relationships and offers advice, commentary, and analysis on what you can do to build the relationship you deserve.
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HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF
There are three key avenues you can use to empower yourself and ensure you don’t just become another grim statistic in the battle against intimate partner violence.
Know your Rights
Educate yourself in the laws and legislation designed to protect you from the ill intentions of those you’re supposed to be able to trust the most.
Build your Community
Isolation is one of the key tactics used by the perpetrators of domestic violence. Join our online community to find the support and strength you need.
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Attend Events
We run events designed to support victims and educate potential perpetrators on the laws, supports, and opportunities to change their life situations. Find one in your neighbourhood today.
Our Mission
This is our goal
Our goal is to break the cycle of domestic violence by empowering survivors, educating communities, and advocating for systemic change.
To achieve this goal, we will:
Work with legislators and councils to expand shelter services
Train volunteers to identify and support victims in time of need
Increase education and awareness of unhealthy relationship patterns
Develop partnerships with major corporations to fund support services
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If you would like to contribute to ending the pain and suffering caused by intimate partner violence, please join our volunteer community.
