Reflecting on a Year of Impact: 2024 Annual Report
At Northwest Arkansas Women’s Shelter, every survivor’s journey matters. Every night of safety provided, every call...
Trailblazing Women in the Fight for Gender Equality and Against Gender-Based Violence
Twelve extraordinary women who have left an indelible mark in the fight for gender equality and against gender based violence.
Silent Witness Initiative 2024
CONTENT WARNING: These stories contain sensitive topics related to domestic violence and homicide. Please take care of...
Understanding Love Bombing: What It Is and How to Protect Yourself
Learn about what love bombing is, how to recognize it, and how to respond.
Exposure of Children & Teens to Domestic Violence
The effect that domestic violence can have on children is profound. This blog post describes the factors and risks of children being exposed, the outcomes of that exposure, and resources for parents.
Unraveling the Knot: Exploring the Intersection of Domestic Violence and Mental Health
The correlation between mental health and domestic violence is multifaceted and often cyclical. Individuals who experience domestic violence, whether physical, emotional, or psychological, often suffer from significant mental health issues due to the trauma they endure. It’s crucial to recognize that addressing both mental health and domestic violence is essential for breaking the cycle of abuse and promoting healing and recovery for survivors.
An Invisible Connection: Traumatic Brain Injury & Domestic Violence
The relationship between traumatic brain injury and domestic violence remains critically under-researched and is often not discussed.
Silent Witness
The Silent Witness Initiative is a memorial of life-sized, red silhouettes honoring the lives of women, men, and children who have lost their lives due to domestic violence.