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Welcome to A Way Out of Domestic Violence nonprofit
A Way Out of Domestic Violence is a nonprofit organization founded through spiritual calling and personal transformation. The organization was gifted to its founder through spiritual revelation and lived experience, rooted in the belief that no one should remain trapped in abuse.
UNDERSTANDING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
What is domestic violence?
What is domestic violence?
Domestic violence is a pattern of behavior used by one person to gain and maintain power and control over another in an intimate or family relationship. It can occur between spouses, partners, former partners, or family members, and it does not discriminate by age, gender, race, income, or background.
Domestic violence is not always physical. It can take many forms, often happening behind closed doors and escalating over time.
Forms of abuse
What is domestic violence?
- Physical Abuse: Hitting, slapping, choking, pushing, or any act that causes physical harm or fear of harm.
- Emotional & Verbal Abuse: Insults, humiliation, threats, manipulation, intimidation, and constant criticism.
- Financial Abuse: Controlling money, preventing employment, withholding resources, or creating financial dependence.
- Sexual Abuse: Forced or coerced sexual acts without consent.
- Psychological Abuse: Gaslighting, isolation from family and friends, monitoring movements, and controlling behavior.
- Digital Abuse: Harassment, stalking, or control through phones, social media, or technology.
Facts about abuse
Facts about abuse
- Abuse is about control, not anger or conflict.
- It often escalates over time.
- Leaving can be the most dangerous period for a survivor.
- Abuse is never the survivor’s fault.
TEA AROUND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
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