Liz Roberts
@lizrobertssh
Chief Executive Officer at Safe Horizon, nation's largest victim assistance organization. Lifelong advocate for survivors of child abuse and DV.
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http://safehorizon.org 11-09-2013 21:25:10
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OPINION | How ending Roe harms domestic violence survivors I've lost count of the number of times survivors have talked to me about how their reproductive freedom was held hostage by a partner as a part of the pattern of abuse. Liz Roberts Safe Horizon trib.al/g1Q0A32
"Bystanders can make an enormous difference interrupting violence in some cases, supporting those harmed in others. Bystander intervention training is widely available and effective."-Eboni K. Williams nydailynews.com/opinion/ny-ope…
So many of our programs are going beyond the call to help! Our Immigration Law Project is front + center, partnering w/ nonprofits to support families. Streetwork Project is working with immigrant youth to navigate complex paperwork. via City Limits citylimits.org/2022/08/25/aft…
“Safe Way Forward offers an innovative and holistic response to families in which domestic violence presents serious risks to children." -Liz Roberts silive.com/news/2022/08/a…
Today, I attended a meeting with Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Commissioner Cecile Noel (@endgbnyc) discussing ways to improve the city’s response to domestic violence. - We had a great discussion! 📸: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office
"Because of this advocacy starting 11/24, many adult survivors can bring a person or institution up for justice... I hope every single one of you share our PSA or visit safehorizon.org/asa." - Liz Roberts
Thank you The Brian Lehrer Show and A Daily Politics Podcast and Alison Turkos for a great discussion. The Adult Survivors Act one-year lookback window is officially open!