The North Brooklyn Coalition against Family Violence will hold a vigil this October 24 to raise awareness about this problem and provide support to those who need it.
This organization provides accompaniment and support to victims of domestic violence or sexual abuse, in addition to legal assistance, crisis intervention, support groups and other help.
This October 24th they will hold their annual vigil to raise awareness about this problem that afflicts hundreds of New York families.
The appointment is at 211 Union Ave, Brooklyn at the 90th police station at 5:00 pm.
At the event there will be resources for the community, in addition to women telling their stories and a minute of silence to remember the victims of domestic violence.
You can contact the association by phone: 718-302-4073 or on its website where you can consult at this link.
How to recognize a victim of domestic violence:
Specialists on the subject assure that these are some of the signs that could indicate that a person is a victim of domestic violence:
Shows bodily injuries: either bruises or bumps on the face, neck, arms… The person appears too submissive, fearful or nervous Sleeps little and eats poorly Abuses alcohol or prohibited substances Looks depressed – loses interest in activities that he or she did before She liked them. She becomes distracted or distant – she distances herself from family and/or friends. She avoids talking about her personal life. She cancels appointments or meetings at the last minute. She often arrives late. She even talks about suicide or “a trip.”
How to help a victim of domestic violence
Have the open line of communication
First of all: don’t judge the person. Learn to have an open mind, ears and heart, those will be the tools that will help you understand it better.
Make time for them
Arm yourself with patience and look for the right moment (not when she or you are upset) and make sure you have time so she can be comfortable and open her heart little by little.
Take the first step
Maybe you can start the topic by saying, “I’m worried about you because…” or “I’ve noticed some changes that worry me…”. And above all: tell him that you will be discreet with what he reveals to you.
Offers these guarantees:
I believe you. This is not your fault. You don’t deserve this.
Gives a hope.
Tell them that there are specialized centers where they can give them an action (and exit) plan for their situation. For example, you can provide them with the New York State 24-hour domestic violence hotline (English and Spanish) at: 1 (800) 942-6906 and the Spanish hotline at 1-800-942-6908. For a guide by county, you can visit this link.
If there are children who are being affected, you can call the New York State Child Abuse Hotline 1-800-342-3720.
Tell him to ensure his safety
For security evaluations, protective orders and other services, you can go to Voces Latinas: (718) 593-4528.
Reports of domestic violence and sexual violence in New York: The New York State Office of Domestic Violence Prevention makes available the New York State Domestic and Sexual Violence Hotline: 1-800-942-6906 (in English) and 1-800-942-6908 (Spanish).
Changing Futures Program Helps Abused Children Changing Futures Child Sexual Abuse, Domestic Violence, and Sexual Assault Program works with 300 Bronx children and families annually.
It is the only program that offers completely free long-term treatment services.
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