Experiential event aims to guide teenagers through healthy relationships
An upcoming event, “In Their Shoes: Building Healthy Relationships,” will aim to provide young people with an understanding of healthy relationship dynamics.
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Lawrence police, Willow Domestic Violence Center working together with goal of improving outcomes for victim-survivors
Megan Stuke said she’s usually frustrated, exhausted and probably a little angry when Lawrence city commissioners hear from her — but on Tuesday night, she was “simply hopeful and really happy about the progress that we’ve made.”
Willow Domestic Violence Center turning 45; Watkins Museum exhibit to showcase its history
The Willow Domestic Violence Center is turning 45 years old this year, and it’s partnering with the Watkins Museum of History for an exhibit to tell the organization’s story.
Moms to wear orange, host Gun Violence Awareness Day rally in South Park
The Douglas County chapter of Moms Demand Action will observe the 8th National Gun Violence Awareness Day by wearing orange and collecting donations for survivors of domestic violence.
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Red flags can help identify dangerous, abusive situations
A former neighbor said she knew what happened as soon as she saw Regan Gibbs’ face on the news. She’d called police twice after witnessing altercations in the apartment complex parking lot.
New scholarship fund supports young survivors of domestic violence with ‘confidence training’ through martial arts
Young martial artists in Lawrence are raising money for a Kids Karate Fund that will expand the benefits of martial arts to more of their peers.
New program will help law enforcement link domestic violence survivors to support
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is implementing a new program intended to help domestic violence survivors find community resources and navigate the legal system.
Will Averill: 8 things you should know about domestic violence, and 5 ways you can help (Column)
“October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a chance to reflect on how domestic violence impacts our community and learn more about what you can do to help,” Will Averill writes in this column.
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Willow Domestic Violence Center to host virtual Garden Party with live auction
The Willow Domestic Violence Center will host its annual garden party, virtually, this Sunday, June 13.
Will Averill: Kansas lawmakers must carefully begin addressing the coercion in domestic violence (Column)
“Coercive control is an integral part of the larger pattern of domestic violence” and addressing it is essential, Will Averill writes.
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