The following list includes warning signs that someone may be abusive. If you or a friend experience these “red flag” behaviors from a partner, remember: it is not your fault! “Red Flags” include: Early in the relationship flatters you constantly, and seems “too good to be true.” Wants to move too quickly into the relationship. […]
The Silent Witness Project
In 1990, a group of women artists and writers jointed together with several other women’s organizations to form Arts Action Against Domestic Violence. They felt an urgency to speak out against the domestic violence in their state of Minnesota. They wanted to commemorate the lives of the 26 women whose lives had been lost in […]
Domestic Abuse And Addiction
Domestic violence is the intentional use of emotional, psychological, sexual or physical force by one family member or intimate partner to control another.
11th Annual Domestic Violence Count
On September 14, 2016, 31 out of 31 identified domestic violence programs in Arkansas participated in the National Census of Domestic Violence Services. 144 Hotline Calls Answered: Domestic violence hotlines are a lifeline for victims in danger. Hotlines provide support, safety planning and other resources. The Safe Place operates a 24-hour a day, 7 days […]
8th Annual Administrative Assistant’s Day Luncheon Fundraiser
The Safe Place, Inc. is making plans for the 8th Annual Administrative Assistant’s Day Luncheon fundraiser, April 26, 2017. It will be held at the Multi-Purpose Building on the Conway County Fair Grounds from 11:30 to 1:30. Craig O’Neill will be our special entertainment. The success of this event is credited largely to our sponsors, […]
The Mind-Trip That Is Emotional Abuse
People often think that domestic violence means physical hostility—fistfights, shoving matches, hair-pulling, strangulation, or using weapons—injuries that result in visible signs like bruises and broken bones. But that’s not always the case. Abusers aim to control their partners and they can use a range of other behaviors to try to gain this control. They often […]
Dating Violence Awareness Month
Preparations are being made for cards, flowers, candy, balloons and more for this upcoming Valentine’s Day. Yet, are we fully prepared to be sure that these are healthy relationships? February is Dating Violence Awareness Month. Dating violence is repeated verbal, physical, or sexual abuse used to frighten, hurt, and control a girlfriend or boyfriend. It […]
January is Stalking Awareness Month
The legal definitions of stalking vary from one jurisdiction to another; however, a good working definition of stalking is a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear. A stalker can be someone you know well or not at all. Most have dated or been involved with […]
Take A Stand Against Domestic Violence
Take A Stand is a call to action meant to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence for Domestic Violence Awareness Month and throughout the year. By taking a stand we will remind everyone there are countless people impacted by domestic violence. Take A Stand is an effort to mobilize people to stand up for victims and […]
Domestic Violence Prevention Awareness Campaign
A closer look at Safe Place’s domestic violence prevention awareness campaign: As contest entries continue to come in and more students get the opportunity to watch the awareness video, I pause to consider what this awareness means to our communities in Conway and Perry County. For the younger children, I observed a variety of responses. […]
