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Celines found safe shelter, freedom, and healing

“Knowing what he was capable of, remembering the terror of his hands around my neck, I feared for my safety and my son’s life. I knew I had to leave.”

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Celines' Story - The Things We Carry

Celines came to a Safe Horizon domestic violence shelter at the height of the pandemic with her one-year-old son. She was carrying a photo album, face masks, a blue sippy cup, a blue and white blanket, and her sketchpad. Learn their story as part of The Things We Carry campaign.

September 13, 2024
Joann Lang
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Remembering Joann Lang

On Monday September 2, 2024, Safe Horizon Board Member Joann Lang passed away. As we honor her memory, we remember her legacy and impact.

September 3, 2024
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Mark's Story of Survival after Experiencing Homelessness

Mark was homeless as a teen when he found Safe Horizon's Streetwork Project. Streetwork staff played a pivotal role in shaping Mark’s future, helping him heal and rebuild.

November 3, 2022
Safe Horizon Domestic Violence
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Celebrating Fathers: Survivors' Stories on Fatherhood 

Including fathers' experience with abuse and violence is critical to Safe Horizon's mission in helping all survivors of abuse and violence.

June 16, 2021
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
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Six Ways to be an Ally to the Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Community  

Racism and violence against the Asian, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community is unacceptable. Read these tips on how you can be an ally.

April 1, 2021
5 Ways to Celebrate Black Joy for Black History Month
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Five Ways to Celebrate Black Joy

Uplifting Black joy isn't just for Black History Month. We insist on more moments of trauma-free Blackness to celebrate ourselves.

February 16, 2021
5 Articles to Read When #MeToo Starts Trending 
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Five Articles to Read When #MeToo Starts Trending 

A collection of articles with guidance and tips for survivors of sexual assault in the wake of #MeToo.

February 1, 2021
Why I Am Suing My School Brian Toale Child Victims Act quote
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Why I Am Suing My School

"My school allowed a sexual predator access to vulnerable children, including me. Through the Child Victims Act, I will tell my story under oath - allowing me to be seen, heard, and believed by a jury of my peers." - Brian Toale

August 25, 2019
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WATCH: Alyssa Milano and Don Lemon at Safe Horizon's Champion Awards

Alyssa Milano and Don Lemon give empowering speeches at Safe Horizon's 24th Annual Champion Awards to help victims of violence and abuse.

April 11, 2019
Peach Goods Gives Back
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Peach Goods Gives Back

“We hope to serve as a model for other entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to incorporate social impact into their companies’ DNA.” - Aaron Doades, founder of Peach Goods.

March 24, 2019