Reproductive Coercion is a form of abuse that we typically see in heterosexual relationships (though it can occur in LGBTQIA+ relationships, it is rare). This type of abuse happens when the male partner attempts to control their partner’s ability to make decisions when it comes [...]
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Just like many women in history, we all know a woman who makes a difference but flies under the radar. You may describe them as selfless or a hidden gem. Let's make sure they don't stay hidden and nominate your favorite badass to have them [...]
Domestic Violence Awareness Month began in the 1980s. DVAM was born from the Day of Unity, observed by the National Coalition against Domestic Violence, in October of 1981. This day connected domestic violence advocates from across the nation. What began as one day, evolved into [...]
Here at Victims' Intervention Program we are pleased to once again offer the Adopt-A-Family program to lighten the burden for our clients. If you have participated in this project previously, we thank you on behalf of the many families that have benefitted from your warmth [...]
Just like many women in history, we all know a woman who makes a difference but flies under the radar. You may describe them as selfless or a hidden gem. Let's make sure they don't stay hidden and nominate your favorite badass to have them [...]
For most of us, when we hear the word stalker, our minds form an image of a stranger lurking in the shadows. However, strangers only make up about 15% of stalkers! The more common culprit is the someone we least expect. More than half of [...]
“On this World Day against Trafficking in Persons, let us reaffirm our commitment to stop criminals from ruthlessly exploiting people for-profit and to help victims rebuild their lives.” – UN Secretary-General António Guterres On Thursday, July 30th VIP is celebrating World Day Against Trafficking in [...]
The name Victims’ Intervention Program can be misleading. The name implies that we only provide services to victims. In actuality, we provide services to anyone who is affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking and other serious crimes (excluding the perpetrators and offenders). For [...]
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. Although January is ending, we will continue to talk about human trafficking as it very sadly is happening not only in the United States, not only in Pennsylvania but also in Wayne County and surrounding areas. So what is [...]
