National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence
E-Newsletter of the National Center
on Domestic and Sexual Violence
November 2014

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In This Issue
November 25-December 10
Why donate your phone to HopeLine?
Watch new "NFL Says NO MORE" PSAs
Brighten your holiday season
Buy Bravelets on December 2
Open enrollment is underway
New Study Shows Teens Stay Too Long in Abusive Relationships
Want help with unsolved sex crimes?
Domestic Violence Resource eBooks $.99
November 25-December 10

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign ~
click for action kit that includes social media posts, news release, logos and brochures.  

Why donate your phone to HopeLine?

For domestic violence survivors, phones can provide independence and emotional security, while playing a crucial role in helping keep them safe. 

Download the new infographic from Verizon that explains the process. Read details about donating your phone. 
 
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Watch (scroll down) the new "NFL Says NO MORE" PSAs currently airing during NFL games on CBS, FOX, ESPN and NFL television networks. The National Center is a proud supporter of the NO MORE campaign. 

Brighten your holiday season with flowers!
Ordering flowers for the holidays helps support the important work of the National Center!  Touched by Flowers donates 50% of the profit of every order to the NCDSV.  Order today!

 

NCDSV's Website is Full of Helpful Resources
SCAN the calendar of trainings, webinars and events nationwide. This is one of the most popular pages on the website!
  
SEE the expanded listing of job openings around the country.

REVIEW grant opportunities. 

Bookmark these pages, as changes are made several times a week.  If you want us to consider posting an announcement for you, e-mail Christina Walsh.

 
Your Gift to NCDSV will be Doubled!

The National Center has the opportunity of a match of donations made now through the end of 2014! Donations made in any amount will be matched up to a total of $20,000!  This comes at a critical time for NCDSV as we hope to end the year in the black and not the red!  Your support at this time will have double the impact and be so much appreciated!
High-Tech Fashion that Saves Lives and Benefits NCDSV


The National Center is partnering with Secure Couture, LLC, a technology startup with the mission to empower women by increasing their control over their personal security.  Last month, Stiletto launched the most advanced and stylish personal security ever made.  Pre-order Stiletto now! Don't miss out on savings worth $80-$170.  From now until Thanksgiving you can use coupon code "THANKSGIVING" at checkout to save an additional $20.  Please share this with your friends and family. 
Buying Bravelets on December 2 Results in Double Donations for NCDSV!

In honor of #GivingTuesday, Bravelets will DOUBLE their $10 donation to $20 for one day only for every item purchased on Tuesday, December 2!  The campaign runs from 12:01 am CT to 11:59 pm CT. Subject to stock and availability. 

In addition to all the stylish bracelets, necklaces and rings you're probably familiar with, Bravelets is introducing their new rope bracelets, which are stackable, smaller and vegan. These are available in a variety of colors.  All the purple domestic violence and teal sexual violence awareness jewelry make meaningful gifts. So mark December 2 on your calendar to buy your Bravelets and the National Center will receive $20 from each item purchased!  
Open enrollment is underway
 
Open enrollment has started and goes until February 15, 2015 ~ but enroll by December 15 for coverage beginning January 1, 2015. There are special enrollment rules for certain survivors of domestic violence.  Go to healthcare.gov (cuidadodesalud.gov) to apply today.  To find free, certified enrollment assistance in your area, go to localhelp.healthcare.gov and enter your zip code. Remember, plans offered in the Health Insurance Marketplace all cover a guaranteed set of benefits that are critical to survivors of intimate partner violence. Visit NCDSV's website for resources.
New Study from Mary Kay and LoveIsRespect Shows Teens Stay Too Long in Abusive Dating Relationships

Silence speaks volumes.  A new survey reveals that young men and women continue to grapple with various forms of dating abuse including emotional, sexual, physical and digital abuse.  Seventy three percent reported they are experiencing or have experienced emotional abuse while more than half of all young adults wait six months before seeking help.  In partnership with LoveIsRespect, the 2014 Mary Kay Truth About Abuse Survey aimed to understand how long teens and young adults wait before they reach out for help and gauge what type of abuse is most prevalent among those who seek help.  Read the rest of the news release and download the infographic.

Want help with unsolved sex crimes?

The National Sexual Violence Resource Center is currently working with TNT's Cold Justice on a new spin-off TV series that will focus on sex crimes.  If there are unsolved sex crimes in your community that could use additional resources we encourage you to learn more by contacting the producers. 

A new  series, Cold Justice: Sex Crimes, is looking for law enforcement agencies interested in receiving assistance with their unsolved sexual assault cases. Their resources include, but are not limited to -- assisting with costs for forensic testing (grant money for DNA, trace, current or backlogged rape kit, etc.) and providing experienced prosecutorial, investigative and forensic expertise.  They work with ASCLD-certified labs that provide fast turnaround times, so the testing process becomes greatly expedited.  If you are interested, please contact: Joshua Robinson at 323-790-8653 or joshua.robinson@magicalelves.com.  

 

 

Read for more details.
 
With gratitude,
                  
Debby Tucker                          Christina Walsh
National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence
  
   

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