domestic violence

A reflection on the state of domestic abuse and emergency needs in Rhode Island

Why are domestic violence 911 calls going up but domestic violence arrests going down?
May 29, 2020

Why are domestic violence 911 calls going up but domestic violence arrests going down?

“People, victims who are injured could not be going to the hospitals because they’re afraid to catch...
Governor Raimondo developing a “comprehensive plan” to deal with domestic violence increase during pandemic
April 9, 2020

Governor Raimondo developing a “comprehensive plan” to deal with domestic violence increase during pandemic

“[We are] looking for ways to provide more shelter, looking for ways to provide more hotline and...
Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Statement Regarding the Domestic Violence Murder of Berta Hudson
January 19, 2020

Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence: Statement Regarding the Domestic Violence Murder of Berta Hudson

We write this statement with heavy hearts and devastation as we mourn the death of Berta Hudson,...
A vigil for Lauren Ise
January 19, 2020

A vigil for Lauren Ise

“I just feel that he had more rights than her. He came to her apartment at 3am...
Statement regarding the domestic violence murder of Rachael Rene
January 19, 2020

Statement regarding the domestic violence murder of Rachael Rene

Statement from Tonya Harris, Executive Director, Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Vanessa Volz, Executive Director,...
A vigil to remember and honor all victims of domestic violence homicide
January 19, 2020

A vigil to remember and honor all victims of domestic violence homicide

The Rhode Island State House was illuminated in purple as survivors, family members, advocates, and supporters gathered...
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