Mike, a former police detective with the Philadelphia Police Department, has been working as the police liaison for Women Against Abuse, so that he can help survivors in ways he couldn’t as a detective.

Renee Norris Jones experienced 7 years of domestic violence at a time when few resources existed to help victims escape abuse.

The life-saving work that Women Against Abuse achieves each day would not be possible without the support of advocates in the community.

Allison* cringed at her reflection in the mirror as she gently dabbed concealer over the bruises circling her eye.

When people consider domestic violence (DV), they often think of the adult victim/survivor. But what about the children who have seen or experienced the abuse; the boys, girls and young adults who have been afraid in their own home? Candace, who worked as a therapist at Women Against Abuse, witnessed her mother being abused for many years, is choosing to share her story to shine a light on this little told aspect of DV. These are her words.

Jamie shared her story at the 2019 iPledge Campaign press conference.

Alyssa*, a person with a disability who uses a wheelchair, was living with her parents.

Dick MacKay knows the real reason for the holiday season—to bring hope to families in need.

When I first met my abuser, I was just 14 years old and he was 20. I thought I was in love, so I ignored the disapproval of my mom and sister.