Preventing Dating Violence Through Community Education
The Center’s goal is to reduce incidents of violence against young women, by conducting clinical research, distributing educational materials and training community members to become advocates for young women’s human rights, health and dignity.
Why is it important?
We focus on young women, because they are the population most at risk for experiencing dating and intimate partner violence.
- 1 in 3 teens’ reports knowing a friend or peer who has been hit, punched, kicked, slapped, or physically hurt by their dating partner.
- The presence of violence in a teenager’s life dramatically increases her likelihood of engaging in other risky behaviors such as binge drinking, drug abuse, and suicide attempts.
- 81% of parents either believe that dating violence is not an issue or admit they don’t know if it’s an issue.
Therefore, in order to heighten public knowledge of dating violence as a prevalent social issue, the Center conducts presentations and workshops in middle schools, high schools, colleges, recreation centers, churches, and local businesses; as a means to empower communities to advocate against dating violence.
Sign the MADE Petition
To ensure that every middle and high school is teaching a curriculum that addresses
dating abuse.
Make a Monetary Donation
We need financial support from the community in order to successfully launch our programs and combat brutality against young women.
Or send your gift to:
P.O. Box 44462, Atlanta, GA, 30336.