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.”
Parenting at a Domestic Violence Shelter: Natasha’s Story
For Natasha and her sons, living in one of our NYC domestic violence shelters helped them regain a sense of safety.
Standing Alongside LGBTQ Survivors of Violence and Abuse
How do LGBTQ hate crimes, such as the Orlando terrorist attack at Pulse Nightclub, affect us today? Jimmy Meagher, DOVE Initiative Director at Safe Horizon, explains.
Alyssa's Story Overcoming Homelessness
Alyssa, a Safe Horizon Streetwork Project client, reflects on what it means for her to be a mom and watching her daughter grow right in front of her eyes.
Why We Give: Parrish Family Challenge Supports Victims of Violence and Abuse
Board Chair Steven C. Parrish explains why he is giving you the opportunity to double the value of your donation to help survivors of violence and abuse.
Lisa Ran to Escape Abuse, Now She Runs for a Cause
Lisa Whelan, a domestic violence survivor, first ran to escape her husband. Now, she runs to inspire positive change. Read her story.
An Open Letter from Domestic Violence Survivor Lily Morales
Domestic violence survivor Lily Morales recalls her heartbreaking story of abuse and how Safe Horizon's programs, supported by the Violence Against Women Act, helped her heal.
A Survivor of Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Finds Hope and Healing in America
Alejandra, an immigrant survivor of domestic violence and sexual abuse, tells her heartbreaking story and urges other survivors of domestic and sexual violence to seek help.
Engaging Brooklyn’s Diverse Community to Fight Human Trafficking
Noelle Fries, manager of training and community outreach at our Anti-Trafficking Program, discusses a new Trafficking Pilot Program that aims to raise awareness and engage more communities in Brooklyn to fight against human trafficking.
