A bill headed to President Joe Biden s desk addresses a long-standing problem for domestic violence survivors, ending their ties to their abusers cellphone plans. A North Dakota coalition predicts the changes will be helpful. The Safe Connections Act recently cleared its final Congressional hurdle. .
Rape crisis centers assist sexual abuse survivors and educate about violence prevention, and collaboration is a key aspect of their work. The Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence supports rape crisis centers throughout Ohio, and recent regional meetings offer insight into what is happening on the ground. Elle Fullenkamp, manager of training and technical assistance for the organization, said many centers are stepping outside the box when it comes to prevention programs. .
October is winding down, but groups working to prevent domestic violence still are hoping the public hears their message during Domestic Violence Awareness Month. A South Dakota group describes it as a prevalent issue. Nearly 28% of South Dakota women and 23% of men around the state experience intimate-partner physical violence. .