The Hidden Wounds: Traumatic Brain Injuries and Domestic Violence
Domestic violence leaves survivors with wounds that extend beyond the visible. One of these wounds could be traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) which are a frequently overlooked consequence of domestic violence. It has now been estimated that the number of women who have experienced TBI secondary to domestic violence is 11-12 times greater than the number of TBIs experienced by military personnel and athletes combined. These injuries can leave far-reaching impacts on survivors' lives, making t ... Read moreBuffett Foundation Awards $4+ Million to Safe Alliance for Human Trafficking
Safe Alliance was sought out by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation and the Howard G. Buffett Foundation to improve the effectiveness of human trafficking investigations and prosecutions, strengthen victim support services, and increase collaboration between agencies across North Carolina. The total grant is over $9.6 million over five years with over $4 million coming to Safe Alliance. This funding will enable us to collaborate with existing organizations, seek out nation ... Read moreIn an emergency please dial 911
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