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President Obama Marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month

President Obama Marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October 3, 2011

President Obama released a statement today to mark the beginning of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2011. In it, he affirmed his administration’s commitment to preventing and ending domestic violence in the United States. He also called on all citizens to do our part to teach children the importance of healthy, non-violent relationships.

Read the full statement from President Obama below and join Futures Without Violence in celebrating this important month of awareness.

  

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release October 3, 2011

NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH, 2011

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we recognize the significant achievements we have made in reducing domestic violence in America, and we recommit ourselves to the important work still before us. Despite tremendous progress, an average of three women in America die as a result of domestic violence each day. One in four women and one in thirteen men will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. These statistics are even more sobering when we consider that domestic violence often goes unreported.

The ramifications of domestic violence are staggering. Young women are among the most vulnerable, suffering the highest rates of intimate partner violence. Exposure to domestic violence puts our young men and women in danger of long-term physical, psychological, and emotional harm. Children who experience domestic violence are at a higher risk for failure in school, emotional disorders, and substance abuse, and are more likely to perpetuate the cycle of violence themselves later in life.

My Administration is working not only to curb domestic violence, but to bring it to an end. Last year, we announced an unprecedented coordinated strategy across Federal agencies to prevent and stop violence against women. We are empowering survivors to break the cycle of abuse with programs to help them become financially independent. We have prevented victims of domestic violence from being evicted or denied assisted housing after abuse. And we are promoting tools for better enforcement of protective orders, while helping survivors gain access to legal representation.

In addition, as part of the Affordable Care Act, the Department of Health and Human Services announced historic new guidelines that will ensure women receive preventive health services without additional cost, including domestic violence screening and counseling. The Affordable Care Act also ensures that insurance companies can no longer classify domestic violence as a pre-existing condition.

Last December, I reauthorized the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act, giving communities life-saving tools to help identify and treat child abuse or neglect. It also supports shelters, service programs, and the National Domestic Violence Hotline, linking tens of thousands of victims every month to the resources needed to reach safety. I encourage victims, their loved ones, and concerned citizens to use this hotline for more information at 1-800-799-SAFE or visit www.TheHotline.org.

This is not just a job for government; it is a job for all of us. Vice President Joe Biden's "1is2many" initiative reminds us that everyone has a part to play in ending violence against youth. By engaging men and women, mothers and fathers, and schools and universities in the fight, we can teach our children about healthy relationships. We are asking everyone to play an active role in preventing and ending domestic violence, by stepping up to stop violence when they see it. During National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we recommit to making sure that no one suffers alone, and to assisting those who need help in reaching a safer tomorrow.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim October 2011 as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. I call on all Americans to speak out against domestic violence and support local efforts to assist victims of these crimes in finding the help and healing they need.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this third day of October, in the year of our Lord two thousand eleven, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.

BARACK OBAMA

Linda Brakeall Battered Women Standing Up for Themselves

Battered Women Stand Up for Themselves!

One of the worst aspects of being a battered woman is the feeling of being alone, of feeling that no one knows and no one cares. And that you can’t tell anyone because the fear and embarrassment of being exposed as a victim is as bad as the pain of being beaten.
I had an alcoholic abusive father. I’ve been there. I have a very good friend who after years of friendship told me her story about her first husband and how she lived as a captive for 8 years before she found a way to get out and get on with her life.
I don’t have to explain to you what you – and many others – have gone through. You know all that but let me share with you what I’ve learned through a variety of experiences; some of them my own.
Those who batter women are typically bullies and bullies only respect other bullies. You have to get mentally and physically tough enough to stand your ground, draw a line in the sand and GET OUT. Chances are it will not be in that order.
Getting out and getting safe is the first and best choice. You’ll need support to do that. Go to http://www.google.com/ and search "battered women Columbus" or whatever your city or state is and find the resources you need.
Take a self-defense class wherever you can find one. You can often find them close by in adult education at the local high school, college or YMCA. Women who know how to defend and protect themselves stand taller, walk with more confidence and project an aura that discourages abuse.
The underlying issue is all about setting boundaries, isn’t it? And they have to be set early and often. And you have to stand your ground. Most battery doesn’t start with an in-the-hospital beating. Most start with one slap. If the bully got away with that, it escalated…and so on. Self-respect requires boundaries.
If you’ve got kids, you probably know about setting boundaries and just have to apply the same knowledge that you have applied to raising your kids. “No, you cannot have candy before dinner. That’s the rule. You don’t have to like it, but that’s the rule.” You firmly stick to your guns this time and next time it gets easier but if you back down you’ll have to start all over again. And the next time it’s harder because they assume you will buckle. They cannot respect you if they don’t take you seriously.
Strong women set boundaries and are taken seriously. Strong women get respect. Strong women act strong on the outside even when they don’t feel like it on the inside. You can do this. You have a world full of women rooting for you.

Afraid to Love

One of the most beautiful things in this world is to find true love. When you are in love with someone you really do not want the beautiful feelings to end. You feel like you are walking on clouds barefoot and everyone is about love. The pain comes when things are no longer meshing the way that you want, and the love begins to fade. You try to hold on for dear life in hopes that everything will eventually work out, and when it doesn't we are devastated. We experience all sorts of thoughts, we think about revenge and suicide. We want to get that person back for breaking our hearts and we experience so much pain that we want to take our own lives. You can get through, the feelings will change and the pain will subside. You have to know that this is only temporary, as anything in life. Never be afraid to love, because love is truly a learning experience and in order to experience you must take the ride. Never be afraid to ride the train of love, no matter where it may take you.

To love is a Must

Love is a beautiful thing and I believe why we get so angry with our breakups is because we shared our hearts and it hurts when it is not appreciated. To give your heart to someone is not an easy task, and for them not to hold your heart dear is painful and disrespectful, but do not allow hate to cover your spirit, for your heart deserves to be shared with someone else who may or may not appreciate it again. So we must remember there are no guarantees, but the experience is definitely worthwhile.

Failing Leads to Success

You would think as a people all of the hurdles we jump over would keep us in shape, but I believe it sharpens the spirit. You see when you fail at something, you may cry over it, but then you realize, had I done this or that, things would have turned out better. Failing is not failure, it is gaining experience and knowledge. That is why our parents have the right to teach us, because they have more experience in certain areas. You have to fail in order to learn, failing humbles, inspires and allows us to change course and start again. Failing is on the path to success. Sharock P.

KNOW THE DIFFERENCE

There are two kinds of people in this world, those that lend a hand, and those that lend a foot, know the difference for who kicks you when you are down and who stretches out a hand to help you up, for one should never get the two confused. Sharock P.

There are always going to be people that support you in this world and people who glow because of your misery. Pay close attention to people you call friends, pay very close attention. Sharock P.

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