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** A message from POV’s leadership team
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It’s only February and so much has happened since the beginning of this year.


Our hearts go out to all the people who have been impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires and the challenges ahead to recover from this devastation. The level of destruction is still being uncovered. We will recover because we are LA Strong.


In the meantime, there is a lot of chaos, confusion, stress, and distress around the activities going on in the US Government and the present administration.


Agencies like Peace Over Violence, including rape crisis centers, domestic violence shelters, child abuse centers, health services and more – are being threatened. Please pay attention, be mindful, and take appropriate action to safeguard the safety and wellbeing of all people.


We continue to remain committed to our mission and our vision. Our vision is a world without violence. Where no child is abused, no wife battered, no friend raped. A world without terror, without threats, without wounds from intentional actions. Where the strong provide for the vulnerable, where the vulnerable become empowered, where every kind of family is safe and secure, and all people have a fair and equal chance at the pursuit of happiness in a tolerant and talented society.


The values of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Multiculturalism are in the DNA of POV and have been from our founding in 1971. Violence doesn't discriminate, although some people and some communities are more vulnerable. And that is where we stand our ground. We will serve everyone who comes to us.


We are POV Strong.



** Patti, Yvette, Wendy, Liz, & Darcy
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POV’s Executive Leadership Team


** Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
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February marks Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time to reflect on a staggering reality: 1 in 12 high school students will face physical dating violence, and 1 in 10 will experience sexual dating violence. Even more concerning, 19% of teens across the country are dealing with some form of abuse, with transgender youth at the highest risk.

At Peace Over Violence, we’re working to change the narrative through education and community. This month, we’re offering free workshops, hosting community events, and creating spaces where teens can learn to recognize and participate in healthy relationships and take a stand against violence. Let’s empower the next generation to break the cycle and promote peace.


** Public Events
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** Youth Empowerment Self-Defense & Safety ([link removed])
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Saturday, February 15, 2025

9:00 AM-11:00 AM


** Teen Dating Violence Prevention Workshop ([link removed])
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Tuesday, February 25, 2025

5:00 PM-6:30 PM


** TDV Youth Prevention Conference ([link removed])
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Friday, February 28, 2025

5:00 PM-7:00 PM


** Black History Month
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** Honoring Black History, Supporting Black Survivors
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This Black History Month, Peace Over Violence reaffirms our commitment to creating safe, healing spaces for Black survivors. Our Still I Rise Support Group ([link removed]) offers a dedicated space for connection and empowerment, while our staff and volunteers take special care to address the unique barriers Black survivors face when navigating the aftermath of violence.

The need is urgent—45.1% of Black women and 40.1% of Black men experience intimate partner violence, and Black women in abusive situations are nearly three times more likely to suffer fatally than White women. As we honor Black history, we commit to the ongoing fight for safety and justice.

Let’s continue taking steps forward together. Learn more at peaceoverviolence.org. ([link removed])


** "It takes more than one person to bring about peace—it takes all of us."
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— Rosa Parks


** Denim Day 2025 is April 23rd!
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On April 23rd, 2025, we encourage you to "Use Your Voice" to speak out in support of survivors of sexual assault, amplifying stories, experiences, and the collective need for change. Denim Day calls for all of us to be vocal in our solidarity, whether by sharing personal stories, advocating for policies that protect survivors, holding space for those who have been affected, or wearing your denim with purpose.

We will not remain silent. Use Your Voice and join us on 4/23/25 for our 26th annual Denim Day.

denimday.org

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** POV announces Golf Over Violence
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A golf tournament to benefit Peace Over Violence
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Join us in taking a stand against gender-based violence by supporting survivors and spreading awareness through our inaugural golf fundraiser benefiting Peace Over Violence.

April 28, 2025

Old Ranch Country Club, Seal Beach


Information, sponsorship opportunities and registration available now.
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** POV Reads
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** Two women make sense of a lifetime of abuse and gun violence: ‘How did I get here?’ ([link removed])
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by Abené Clayton for The Guardian

Women who have faced both domestic violence and community gun violence say it’s clear the threats share root causes. So why are we treating them like separate problems?


** The Frustrated Promise of the Rape Kit ([link removed])
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by Jessica Winter for The New Yorker

Standardized forensic exams are a useful tool for sexual-violence investigations—or they would be if police departments consistently tested their findings.


** America, Goddam: Violence, Black Women, and the Struggle for Justice ([link removed])
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by Treva B. Lindsey

Through personal accounts and hard-hitting analysis, Black feminist historian Treva B. Lindsey starkly assesses the forms and legacies of violence against Black women and girls, as well as their demands for justice for themselves and their communities. Combining history, theory, and memoir, America, Goddam renders visible the gender dynamics of anti-Black violence.


** Let's Talk About It: The Teen's Guide to Sex, Relationships, and Being a Human ([link removed])
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by Erika Moen and Matthew Nolan

Published in 2021, this graphic novel serves as a comprehensive sex education guide for teenagers. It covers topics such as consent, healthy relationships, and recognizing abusive behaviors, all presented in an inclusive and accessible format. The book has been praised for its honest and informative approach to complex subjects relevant to teens today.


** Teen Dating Violence Statistics 2024 ([link removed])
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by Milena J. Wisniewska for breakthecycle.org ([link removed])

Strong, healthy, and safe relationships are the foundation of a happy and meaningful existence, but they are far from easy to build. They require conscious and intentional thought, patience, hard work, empathy, and so much more, including a little bit of luck.


** From the POV Archive: Celebrating Black Women in POV's History ([link removed])
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by Peace Over Violence

Originally published in March 2021: In honor of our 50th anniversary year, Women’s History Month, and Black History Month (worthy of celebrating every month), we want to acknowledge some of the many Black women who have helped shape POV’s values, programming, service delivery, policies and growth over the years.


** Join our team
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** Looking to join the team at Peace Over Violence? Apply today!
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* Psychologist — Trauma Recovery Center ([link removed])
* Domestic Violence Case Manager FJC LACABAC ([link removed])
* Emergency Services Case Manager I ([link removed])
* Domestic Violence Case Manager ([link removed])

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

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** 24/7 LA RAPE & BATTERING HOTLINE
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626.793.3385 (tel:6267933385)
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