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** Newsletter | March
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In March we honor the women throughout history who have survived, triumphed, and fought against violence and oppression. Historically women have been at the forefront of anti-violence movements as leaders, advocates, and policymakers.

This month serves as a reminder to recognize the progress made in addressing gender-based violence while acknowledging our ongoing challenges. During Women’s History Month and every month, we here at POV will continue to amplify the voices of women, support survivors, and work towards building safe and healthy communities for everyone.


** Denim Day 2024 is 4/24/24
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Denim Day is next month! Join POV and millions of individuals across the world that will wear jeans with a purpose, support survivors, and educate themselves and others about all forms of sexual violence. This year we will commemorate TWENTY FIVE YEARS of Denim Day ([link removed]) . Our website and shop are updated and. ready for you to gear up!


** Activate your campus, workplace, and community
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The Official Denim Day Action Kit is here! Available entirely online.
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** Shop Denim Day
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POV’s online ship is stocked and full of items for Denim Day and all year long.
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** Pledge your support
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Take the Denim Day pledge and commit your support to the campaign principles of supporting survivors, educating yourself and others.
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** Support rape prevention education and services for survivors
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Your donation supports services for sexual assault survivors
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** Empowerment Self Defense Class
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We are happy to announce that we have an upcoming public and free Empowerment Self-Defense class at our Metro Metro Headquarters.


** WHEN
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Saturday, March 23, 2024


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TIME
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10am - 12pm


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WHERE
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POV Metro HQ - 1541 Wilshire Blvd, 3rd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90017

This class will be held in English and is open to folks aged 16 and older. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Parking is available in the building for $14.

If you are interested in participating, please RSVP with your name and contact number to: Jasmine Barnes, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Empowerment%20Self%20Defense&body=)

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** Become a Volunteer
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Peace Over Violence encourages caring and compassionate individuals from the diverse communities of LA County to become trauma informed Counselor Advocates working directly with survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Upon completion of the 82.5 hour training, you will be part of the Peace Over Violence Intervention Division’s Emergency Response Team, volunteering for either of the following programs: 24-Hour Hotline and Emergency Response Team or Domestic Abuse Response Team.

Training begins April 30th and sessions are held weekly in person at POV Metro Headquarters and on zoom. For more information and to apply, please contact: [email protected] or visit bit.ly/CAT430. ([link removed]) Application Deadline: April 12th.


** Share your story
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Peace Over Violence's Survivor Speakers Bureau Voices Over Violence is a group of individuals that share and discuss openly and educationally their experiences with sexual assault, child sexual abuse, and domestic violence. Voices Over Violence also invites significant others, family members, and friends to share their experience with sexual and/or domestic violence/intimate partner violence as they experienced it while supporting a survivor. We often get requests from the community for survivors to speak about their experiences through presentations, panel discussions, and media interviews to educate the public about the realities of interpersonal violence. Speakers are able to address common myths surrounding violence, resources, and the healing process.

If you are a survivor of child sexual abuse, intimate partner violence, stalking, or sexual assault and would like to share your story, please contact Shirley LaBrie at [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]?subject=Voices%20Over%20Violence&body=) for more information and/or an application.


** Video Contest Winners
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In our ongoing efforts to combat teen dating violence and foster healthy relationships among youth, we recently hosted the "Make a Choice: Building Healthy Boundaries" Video Contest. This initiative aimed to empower young people to take a stand against dating violence and promote the importance of setting and respecting boundaries.


We were thrilled to see participation from various schools and local nonprofits, including the Bresee Foundation, who joined hands with us to spread awareness and engage youth in this vital cause. We received inspiring entries that shed light on the prevalence of dating violence among teens and offered creative solutions to address this issue.


Congratulations to our first prize winner, Dayana Perez ([link removed]) , for their outstanding contributions to the contest. Your creativity, passion, and dedication to promoting healthy boundaries are truly commendable! As we continue our journey toward a future free from teen dating violence, we invite all youth to join us in making a difference. Let's work together to build a world where everyone can thrive in safe and respectful relationships. Together, we can create a brighter and healthier tomorrow for generations to come.


** POV Reads
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** It’s Not You ([link removed])
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By Dr. Ramani Durvasula

“Thriving after, or even during, a narcissistic relationship can be challenging, but It’s Not You shows you it is possible. Dr. Ramani invites you to stop blaming yourself and trying to change the narcissistic person, and to start giving yourself permission to let go of their hold on you and finally embrace your true self.”


** The Vanishing Half ([link removed])
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By Brit Bennett

“Weaving together multiple strands and generations of this family, from the Deep South to California, from the 1950s to the 1990s, Brit Bennett produces a story that is at once a riveting, emotional family story and a brilliant exploration of the American history of passing. Looking well beyond issues of race, The Vanishing Half considers the lasting influence of the past as it shapes a person's decisions, desires, and expectations, and explores some of the multiple reasons and realms in which people sometimes feel pulled to live as something other than their origins.”


** VOCA Funding Advocacy ([link removed])
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California Partnership to End Domestic Violence

We are anticipating major cuts to the Victim of Crime funds that directy support survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Join POV at the Rally to Protect Crime Victims Services! Emceed by our own Patti Giggans, this is an opportunity to gather and advocate.

RSVP ([link removed])
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** Support healing services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
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Donate Today ([link removed])


** CONNECT WITH US
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** CONTACT
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Metro Headquarters
1541 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90017

213.955.9090 (tel:213.955.9090) office
213.955.9093 (tel:213.955.9090) fax
213.785.2684 (tel:213.785.2684) video
213.785.2749 (tel:213.785.2749) video


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West San Gabriel Valley Center
892 N Fair Oaks Ave, Suite D
Pasadena, CA 91103

626.584.6191 (tel:626.584.6191) office
626.584.6193 (tel:626.584.6193) fax
626.243.7972 (tel:626.243.7972) video


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** 24/7 LA RAPE & BATTERING HOTLINE
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626.793.3385 (tel:6267933385)
310.392.8381 (tel:3103928381)
213.626.3393 (tel:2136263393)


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