We Need to Start Taking Domestic Violence More Seriously
On any given day, if you click on a local news website or watch the news on TV, you’re bound to see at least one story involving domestic...
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Jul 20, 2016
Blackburn 101: Stalking
When people think of gender violence, they may think of crimes involving physical violence, such as sexual assault or domestic abuse. ...
May 25, 2016
What The Bathroom Debate Misses
Recently our news (and social media feeds) have been consumed with one subject: the ability of transgender people to use the bathroom of...
Sep 2, 2015
We're Anti Anti-Rape Underwear
In November 2013, a campaign was launched to fund the manufacture of a new type of garment designed to prevent rape. Recently, the...
Aug 26, 2015
Let’s Go Back To School!
It’s that time of year again! Pencils have been sharpened, first day of school outfits selected, and backpacks filled. Across...
Aug 5, 2015
Blackburn 101: The Most Lethal Form of Domestic Violence
If we were to do a survey about the deadliest form of domestic violence, which option would you pick? a) Punching/hitting b) Gunshot c)...
Feb 11, 2015
Blackburn 101: Emotional Abuse As a Form of Domestic Violence
When people think about domestic violence, the image that likely comes to mind is one of a physically battered person — bruises, broken...
Jan 14, 2015
Blackburn 101: What Is Rape Culture?
If you follow us on social media or read our blog, you’ve seen that phrase hundreds of times: “rape culture.” It’s become a shorthand...
Oct 22, 2014
Shedding Light on a Serious Problem
Last week, we highlighted the prevalence of dating violence among teenagers — and now, we’d like to talk about a problem that affects a...
Oct 15, 2014
Getting Serious About Teen Dating Violence
Every year, roughly 1 in 10 American teenagers experiences physical abuse at the hands of a dating partner. This sort of dating violence...
Oct 8, 2014
Speaking The Truth
This month, we are exploring various issues surrounding domestic violence as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Today, we are...
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