Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a silent epidemic affecting the entire spectrum of society at all educational and socioeconomic levels.
- One-fifth of the adults employed in the U.S. have been victims of domestic violence. 65 % are women, 35 % are men (Corporate Alliance to End Partner Violence)
- One in four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. (U.S. Department of Justice, Intimate Partner Violence)
- Health-related costs of intimate partner violence exceed $5.8 billion each year. (Center for Disease Control)
- Domestic violence is the single greatest cause of injury to women ages 15 to 44 in the U.S. – more than muggings, car accidents and rapes combined.
Verizon Foundation is working to help stop the cycle of violence. We provide financial, technical and human expertise to local and national organizations that focus on education, prevention, victim relief and empowerment.
Read what the Domestic Violence Prevention Experts Say in Response to Acts of Violence:
- Family Violence Prevention Fund, Speaking Up bi-monthly newsletter click here for newsletter >>.
- National Network to End Domestic Violence main points on how to respond to acts of violence click here >>
Education
Our goal is to stop the violence before it begins.
Coaching Boys into Men The Family Violence Prevention Fund program encourages high school coaches to teach young athletes respect, decency and fair play, on and off the field.
Penn State Community at Work: Workplace Responses to Domestic Violence A comprehensive educational program designed for university employees and students that includes online training and a DVD.
Relief and Safety
Our goal is to help provide quick, effective relief.
The Verizon Wireless HopeLineTM phone recycling program provides wireless phones with service to non profit organizations for use with victims and survivors, giving them an immediate connection to help whenever and wherever they need it.
The American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence maintains, through the sponsorship of the Verizon Wireless HopeLine program, a National Domestic Violence Pro Bono Directory, which is a comprehensive national database of programs providing pro bono legal services to victims of domestic violence.
National Family Justice Center Alliance develops best practices and training to help Family Justice Centers across the country support clients.
Empowerment
Our goal is to help victims gain independence and success at work.
Dress for Success Worldwide provides professional clothes, a support network and career development tools. Verizon Foundation helped implement an online database for the group's international office and 80 affiliates.
