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Comments, Ideas, Suggestions?
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NOW ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS
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ACTION UPDATES!
- Have you "liked" us on Facebook yet?
 - TurnAround launched a 24/7 Sexual Assault Helpline. The Helpline is available to those needing assistance or information regarding sexual assault. Contact the Helpline at 443-279-0379 to find out more about what support and options that are available.
- VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Take calls, provide crisis response, and connect with resources. Training will be provided. For more information please contact TurnAround, Inc. Hotline Coordinator; Amy Jarkiewicz at ajarkiewicz@turnaroundinc.org
See a news story? Write a letter to the editor about it. This is a great way to raise awareness of this issue. See
the "In the News section below."
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How to Help a Friend...
- Be a friend.
- Be trustworthy and dependable.
- Be sensitive to the possibility that survivors of abuse may feel unworthy and uncomfortable.
- Withhold judgment.
- Don't expect them to quickly (or possibly ever, for that matter) "forgive and forget" or "just get over it."
- Be sensitive to the needs and feelings of the abused.
- Help survivors of abuse understand that what happen to them was NOT their fault.
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Contact Information
401 Washington Ave Suite 300
Towson, MD 21204
Office: (410) 377-8111
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GET INVOLVED TODAY!
How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world.
-Anne Frank
Support. One of the most valuable ways to help those who have been abused is to show them that we care. Giving our time and encouragement to someone will often be more valuable than even the most generous gift. LISTEN, BELIEVE and ENCOURAGE. By providing love and support we make a special effort that can make a real difference in the lives of others.
Share information and or resources that may be helpful to the survivor. In many cases we will not be able to solve someone's problems by ourselves, but we can advise them on what they can do for themselves, or what others can do for them.
Speak Out. Let everyone know that any form of abuse is not okay. Support legislation and politicians that are in support of ending violence. Educate others about forms of abuse. Reduce prejudices and stereotypes about victims of abuse. Together we make a difference.
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Happenings at TurnAround...
- JOIN TEAM TURNAROUND Saturday, September 29, 2012 raise awareness about Human Trafficking! TurnAround has been selected as an official partner of the Stop Modern Slavery (SMS) Walk, which means that a portion of the funds raised will go DIRECTLY back into our victim service program for survivors of trafficking in Maryland. We need your help! The bigger our team, the bigger portion we will be awarded from the proceeds of the SMS Walk!!
Ways for you to take action:
- Share this information with friends, family, and co-workers.
- WALK WITH US! On the left column, select "Register to Walk". Click "I agree" then "Join a Team" and choose "TurnAround Inc."
- Now accepting Purple Poetry Book 2012 Submissions! All submissions are due Monday, October 1, 2012 by 5pm est. Please email aevans@turnaroundinc.org for more information.
- Our Free Self-Defense Classes are held from 3-4:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month at the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Family Center, Y at Stadium Place, 900 E. 33rd Street, Baltimore, MD.
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In the News
Violence against women must be tackled on all fronts
The fight must be rolled out to all forms of violence against women and girls. It is vital that rape, sexual assault, trafficking and other instances of violence are met with the same strategy of specialized prosecutors, training and, community engagement.
Military sexual assault is focus of YouTube series
The enormous obstacles and emotional torment that a female solider confronts in reporting a sexual assault in the military.
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Sincerely,
Angeles Evans, Editor
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