The History of Human Trafficking Awareness Month Since 2010, January was named National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. During this month, the government, non-profit organizations, anti-trafficking organizations, law enforcement, survivors, businesses, and everyday citizens all around the world raise awareness about the ...
When talking with your children about technology and online safety, it is important to create an open and supportive dialogue. Conversations should be a space where your concerns, as well as your child’s feelings, habits, and experiences, can be discussed ...
What is Grooming? The word grooming is frequently used in the news, on social media, and in movies, and its presence has become increasingly common. Because of the seriousness of the topic, it is essential to understand what grooming truly ...
Let's face it, behind the cheer and the jolly, the holidays are HARD. Between hosting family, spending money most of us don't have, and kids being home from school, stress can be at an all time high. This is especially ...
If you have lived in DeKalb County long enough, you have probably seen our signature purple tablecloth or our larger than life tent at events in the area. Whether it's a library, a dorm, or a farmers market, Safe Passage ...
Consent culture is “when we value the feelings of people we are interacting with either casually or professionally. It’s about respecting each other’s personal and emotional boundaries every time. It is myth that consent is only important when it comes ...
For many of us, the holiday season is a happy, relaxing time to spend with those we love most. But, for some of us, the holiday season may force us to be around people or situations that make us feel ...
When you’re the victim of a crime whether it’s domestic violence, sexual assault, staking, or human trafficking, you have rights and protections within the justice system. In Illinois, those rights are written in law to make sure that your voice ...
“Research has found that Native Americans experience a per capita rate of violence twice that of the U.S. resident population, and that female Native Americans are murdered at ten times the national average (Datangel, 2023).” Native American and Alaska Native ...
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. One in four women will be the victim of domestic violence at some point in their lifetime, and on average, three women are killed every day at the hands of a current or former ...
