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S.A.F.E.R.™

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Dating violence affects thousands of teens nationwide — and rates in Philadelphia are even higher than the national average (2009 Youth Risk Behavior Survey). Many young people experience physical, emotional, or verbal abuse from a partner, and patterns that start in adolescence can lead to more severe violence later on.

Women Against Abuse's S.A.F.E.R.™ curriculum empowers youth to recognize and respond to unhealthy relationship dynamics. Students learn to identify warning signs of abuse and find resources for themselves or their peers.

How It Works

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  • Offered in Philadelphia schools and community programs

  • In-person or virtual sessions available

  • 5–12 sessions depending on audience

If you’re interested in hosting S.A.F.E.R.™ fill out the form below. A member of our Prevention Team will contact you to discuss next steps. Please note that our availability is limited and response times may vary.

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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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Natalie's New Beginning

Entering the Women Against Abuse safe haven – really leaving for good – was the culmination of 10 years of relationship abuse; more arguments, threats and sleepless nights than Natalie* could count. They had children together, shared a life together, depended on each other financially. It wasn’t easy to break things off.

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Candace's Story

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.

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Kathleen’s Story

For years, Kathleen's* life was defined by her husband's moods, needs and whims.

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LATICIA'S STORY

“We were just a couple trying to make a relationship work,” reflected Laticia.

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Sarah’s Story

Sarah joined Women Against Abuse in September 2010 through a partnership program with the German peace and volunteer organization ARSP.

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Sheila’s Story

Sheila arrived at the Women Against Abuse Emergency Shelter after waking up in a hospital emergency room.

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Justine’s Story

Justine got to know Eric in college, while working part time at a Virginia-based home improvement store. They began casually dating in 1999, eventually marrying in May of 2006. Looking back, her sister, Lauren, can see the red flags.

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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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Chanda's Story

Chanda is a survivor and advocate for Women Against Abuse. She first shared her story at the 2017 iPledge Campaign press conference.

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