JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – October is Domestic Violence Awareness month.
First declared in 1989, the month has been used to acknowledge domestic violence survivors and be a voice for its victims.
“Domestic violence is prevalent in every community, and affects all people regardless of age, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or nationality,” the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) states. “Physical violence is often accompanied by emotionally abusive and controlling behavior as part of a much larger, systematic pattern of dominance and control. Domestic violence can result in physical injury, psychological trauma, and even death.”
Locally, Safe Shelter Jamestown provides resources and space for those dealing with domestic abuse and sexual violence.
Shauna Kemp is the director for Safe Shelter Jamestown.
According to the NCTSN, an average of 20 people are physically abused by intimate partners every minute.
“This equates to more than 10 million abuse victims annually,” they reported. “1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men have been physically abused by an intimate partner, and 1 in 5 women and 1 in 7 men have been severely physically abused by an intimate partner.”
If you or someone you know is being sexually abused or dealing with domestic violence, you can contact Safe Shelter Jamestown on their 24/7 hotline at 701-251-2300 or the national line at 888-353-SAFE(7233).
To show support, you can use purple lightbulbs in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Kemp says they are willing to provide them if requested.
Kemp says you can also reach out on their Facebook page, Instagram, and they are working to create a text line that will be introduced in the coming weeks.
You can visit safeshelterjamestown.org for more information.
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11-4-24 - Let's Talk About It - JRMC November 2024
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10-29-24 - Let's Talk About It - Victory Lutheran Trunk or Treat
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10-28-24 Let's Talk About It - James Valley Pheasants Forever
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10-25-24 Let's Talk About It - Joe Rector - JRVLS
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10-23-24 - Let's Talk About It - Ladies Ag Night
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10-21-24 - Let's Talk About It - Jamestown Chamber Update
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10-21-24 - Let's Talk About It - Washington PTO Fundraiser
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10-18-24 - Let's Talk About It - Libby Kidder - McDonalds Dakota Drive LLC
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10-4-24 - Let's Talk About It -National 4H Week - Reanna Schlecht
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10-4-24- Let's Talk About It - National 4H Week - Leo Lahlum
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10-3-24 Let's Talk About It - National 4H Week - Abi Ryun
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9-5-24 - Let's Talk About It - JRMC September Update
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8-22-24 - Let's Talk About It - Cavendish Days
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8-22-24 - Let's Talk About It - Jamestown Chamber - AI Event
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8-22-24 - Let's Talk About It - Carmichael Classical Christian School
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8-22-24 - Let's Talk About It - JREC - Adam Zach
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