15 WAYS YOU CAN HELP STOP DOMESTIC …（15个方法可以帮助阻止国内u2026）.pdfVIP

Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence 15 years of speaking out and taking action on behalf of domestic violence victims in the First State 15 WAYS YOU CAN HELP STOP DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 1. Approach domestic violence as a human rights issue involving men and women of all ages and socio- economic, racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds. Support men to be empowered bystanders who can help confront abusive peers. 2. Support a workplace environment safe from all forms of violence and have policies in place that support victims in accessing information, services and legal remedies. 3. If you suspect that someone close to you is being abused or has been sexually assaulted, gently ask if you can help. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline for 24 hour assistance at 1-800-799-SAFE. 4. Talk to your faith leaders about domestic violence. Discuss ways in which your faith community can promote healthy relationships, provide support to victims and their children, and send clear messages that domestic violence is not acceptable. 5. If a relative, friend, classmate, colleague, or teammate is abusing his partner -- or is disrespectful or abusive to girls and women in general -- don’t look the other way. If you feel comfortable doing so, try to talk to him about it. Urge him to seek help. If you don’t know what to do, consult a domestic violence program. Don’t remain silent. 6. Have the courage to look inward. Question your own attitudes and make a positive change where necessary. 7. Encourage young boys to be nur