“This crime has changed my life in ways I never imagined. I no longer feel safe in my own home, and I live with constant anxiety, trauma, panic attacks and fear.” The victim's impact statement moved the court to deliver a 15-year sentence for her attacker. hubs.la/Q03PyMyb0

We recognize the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served our country. Thank you, veterans, for your dedication.

After surviving a brutal attack by an ex-boyfriend, Belgicia Howell-Cowart's story of courage, forgiveness and healing inspires others through the Georgia’s Victim Offender Dialogue program and with the support of Marsy’s Law for Georgia: hubs.la/Q03PGwml0

When protective orders aren’t served quickly, lives hang in the balance. The Fulton Cty Sheriff’s Office is working to clear a backlog of 124 TPOs with many related to domestic violence. These essential orders help protect victims and prevent further harm: hubs.ly/Q03PCbzj0

“Not everybody’s ready to leave during the holidays. And we can’t, as, you know, the community, social workers, advocates, we can’t push them to leave. Because, again, they know when it’s the best, when it’s the most dangerous,” said Hall. hubs.la/Q03Txmx70

The Georgia Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports a troubling 12% rise in domestic violence incidents this year with a 12% increase in reports statewide. Marsy’s Law for Georgia works to protect victims’ rights in every part of the justice system: hubs.la/Q03Pzbrp0

“If I had to get rid of my dog on top of losing everything else, I don't know if I could have handled it. That one hand up they gave me was one of the pivotal turning points of me picking myself back up when I felt so knocked down.” hubs.la/Q03V3gtC0

As Deputy Director of the Ga Office of Victim Services, Christopher Toussant helps victims and their families receive the support and respect they deserve. His work embodies the principles of Marsy’s Law, that victims’ rights are constitutional rights: hubs.la/Q03PGwpk0

#Flashback: The holiday season is upon us and experts say it's the time of year when the number of calls to domestic violence shelters goes down. hubs.la/Q03VsQqX0

The recent Truett McConnell University case highlights the need for stronger protections for victims and accountability for institutions. In Georgia, some sexual abuse survivors are barred from pursuing claims due to restrictive statutes of limitations: hubs.ly/Q03PCbPt0

Domestic violence doesn’t stop when October ends. Across Georgia, survivors continue to seek safety and justice and organizations like the Northwest Georgia Family Crisis Center are there to help them find it. Learn about this 40+ year old organization: hubs.la/Q03PCbqd0

May you enjoy this day with chosen family and friends! Happy Thanksgiving!

Georgia Tech researchers found a major flaw in Tile trackers—unencrypted Bluetooth signals that can make stalking easier. Unlike Apple’s encrypted AirTags, Tile’s static identifiers make it possible to trace a person’s movements or spoof their location. hubs.la/Q03PCjfq0

"Generally those who are enduring domestic violence before the holidays is going to be a time where they are going to try and stay in that situation. Because they want it to be a nice holiday for their children and they don't want the disruption..." hubs.la/Q03WFNYz0

Join us TODAY at Noon EST for a new episode of "Why We Do What We Do" live with Dr. Brittani McNeal! A recent Champion Award recipient, she helped develop a trauma-informed victim services certification shaping the future of survivor support. Watch: hubs.la/Q03WRkN-0

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“Living in a domestic violence relationship is some of the scariest and trying times and we just want to take some of those memories and replace them with a good, positive ones, especially around the holiday season.” hubs.ly/Q03Xh8y00

“Having four kids myself seeing the smiles on their faces on Christmas morning is so exciting. No matter what their home life is, all kids should be able to have that same experience of opening presents that morning,” Tuten said. hubs.la/Q03XDhBs0

“What you need to know is Hope Harbour is here,” Luker said. “No matter where you’re at with your journey with domestic violence, we provide support to men, women and children of all ages and sizes and we do not discriminate.” hubs.la/Q03Y0CGM0

“We’re soliciting the community to step up, because it’s our daughter today…. but it could be your daughter tomorrow.” hubs.la/Q03YsTRk0