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IPV Affects Everyone

Intimate partner violence can affect everyone. While the dynamics and structure of intimate relationships can vary, abuse can occur in any relationship.

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Relationship abuse can take many forms — physical, emotional, sexual, financial, or psychological — and its impact is always serious.

No matter the type of relationship, no one deserves to feel unsafe in their home or with their partner, especially not because of who they are. Survivors may face additional challenges when an abusive partner uses aspects of their identity, personal history, or circumstances as tools for control.

Help and support are available for ANYONE experiencing abuse.

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types of abuse

Learn more about the different types of abuse.

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Amy

Amy's Story

“This is not OK; this is not who I will be; I will love my children; violence will not be allowed in my home.”

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Tamika's Story

I was 23 years old, a single mother, and pregnant with my second daughter. My fiancé had a drinking problem, and I took a lot of busted lips and sore arms until our daughter was born. I realized if I didn’t get out, my daughters wouldn’t see me as a strong person.

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Historia de Shakeda

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Dineth's Story

I was probably 8 or 9 the first time we went to Women Against Abuse’s shelter in the mid-1980s. It was in [West Philly] and it was because my mom was in a domestic violence situation and we needed to find a safe place to live.

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Dick MacKay’s Story

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

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Georgina-ohara

Georgina O’Hara’s Story

Pro bono representation provided by local law firms makes a meaningful difference for the thousands of clients seeking help at our Legal Center.

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Catherine’s Story

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.

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Alyssa

Alyssa’s Story

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

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Overbrook Presbyterian’s Story

The Women’s Dining Circle of Overbrook Presbyterian Church knows how to make fundraising down right fun. In January, the Dining Circle hosted a dinner that raised over $1,200 for Women Against Abuse.

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Un nuevo comienzo para Natalie

Ingresar al albergue seguro de Women Against Abuse, realmente irse para siempre, fue la culminación de 10 años de abuso en la relación; más discusiones, amenazas y noches sin dormir de las que Natalie* podría contar. Tenían hijos en común, compartían la vida y dependían del otro económicamente. No era fácil ponerle un fin a la relación.

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