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Post-election Survey Results: Survivors Need a Government That Protects Them

We surveyed over 2,000 survivors across the country. The results remind us that ending violence is not a partisan issue. Sign our open letter to demand that survivor resources are prioritized and protected.

March 11, 2025
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
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What’s at Stake for Survivors this Election

one in three people in the U.S. identifies as a survivor of violence, abuse or exploitation. This election it is crucial that we create local, state and federal policies that are compassionate, inclusive and centered on lived experiences. Every legislative and budget decision made by lawmakers impacts the lives of survivors.

October 24, 2024
Safe Horizon urges Gov Hochul to sign the SAFE Shelter Act
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The SAFE Shelter Act

The SAFE Shelter Act will help more survivors find safety in emergency domestic violence shelters.

September 22, 2024
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
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Safe Horizon Announces Its 28th Annual Champion Celebration Honoring Sonia Sande and New York State Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz

Safe Horizon proudly hosts its 28th annual Champion Celebration on Thursday, May 16th at the world-renowned Gotham Hall in New York City. This year’s honorees include Safe Horizon board member, Sonia Sande, EY Americas Consulting Talent Leader and New York State Assemblywoman Catalina Cruz.

May 15, 2024
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
Statements and Press Releases

Safe Horizon Survivors Urge Mayor Adams Restore CVAP Funding

Survivors and Safe Horizon staff stand in solidarity to urge Mayor Adams to restore $3M in critical funding to our Crime Victim Assistance Program (CVAP).

May 8, 2024
Statements and Press Releases

Liz Roberts, CEO, Safe Horizon Responds to Harvey Weinstein's Overturned Verdict

Statement from Safe Horizon CEO Liz Roberts on appeals court decision to overturn Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction.

April 24, 2024
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
Statements and Press Releases

Liz Roberts, CEO, Safe Horizon Responds to Mayor Adams' Plans to Dramatically Cut $3M in funds to Crime Victim Assistance Program

Statement from Safe Horizon CEO Liz Roberts on Mayor Adams' plans to dramatically cut $3M in city funding to Safe Horizon’s precinct-based Crime Victim Assistance Program.

April 23, 2024
Support children and families in domestic violence shelters
Peggy Duffy Memorial fund
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Know Your Rights: New York State Sexual Assault Survivors Bill of Rights

Sexual assault survivors have rights. The New York State Sexual Assault Victim Bill of Rights guarantees sexual assault survivors certain rights when interacting with law enforcement and within the hospital system.

April 8, 2024
NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon 2024
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Register for the 2024 NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon

Get guaranteed entry to the 2024 NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon while raising money to help survivors of violence and abuse. Join Team Horizon today!

March 13, 2024
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Adult Survivors Act Media Wrap Up

Adult Survivors Act (ASA) created a one year look back for sexual assault survivors to pursue legal action. Safe Horizon provides context of this law in the media, and connects survivors to resources.

November 28, 2023