tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.comments2023-04-02T07:07:30.997-04:00empowering perspectivesYWCA of Charlestonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00773273295033767800noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-39169106492784214942010-06-02T12:50:19.317-04:002010-06-02T12:50:19.317-04:00Hear Hear! Minimizing language in media is offensi...Hear Hear! Minimizing language in media is offensive. I agree, let's call it what it really is.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-40684117683276909682010-01-05T21:55:01.409-05:002010-01-05T21:55:01.409-05:00Great blog!!Great blog!!continuing education, ceus, online,lmft, lcsw, lpshttp://aspirace.com/faq.aspxnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-55892550804039084632009-11-26T14:40:34.720-05:002009-11-26T14:40:34.720-05:00This is an amazing poem! Thank you Mr. Jarrett for...This is an amazing poem! Thank you Mr. Jarrett for these words and sharing.Crystal Goodwomanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11817943148627117569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-762027691765210232009-11-17T11:37:45.660-05:002009-11-17T11:37:45.660-05:00Dear Anonymous,
We are so sorry for your plight, ...Dear Anonymous,<br /><br />We are so sorry for your plight, and we encourage you to contact an advocate at the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program by calling our 24-hr hotline: 304-340-3549 or 800-681-8663. Our program provides comprehensive domestic violence services, including emergency shelter, court and legal advocacy, counseling, support groups, safety planning, and much more. If you're not currently located in Kanawha, Clay or Boone counties, an advocate can refer you to your county's licensed DV program. Neither you, nor your children, should have to suffer an abusive situation. We encourage you to contact us at the above numbers and tell your story to our licensed and experienced staff. Best wishes for you and your family.YWCA of Charlestonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00773273295033767800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-5924812124817803472009-11-16T18:31:32.484-05:002009-11-16T18:31:32.484-05:00My children and I are victims of Domestic Violence...My children and I are victims of Domestic Violence. I had to leave the state of WV to run away from my abuser. He held me captive in my own home, and forced himself upon me numerous times. He emotionally scarred my children byt he abuse they had seen and heard. I finally had the guts to get a Protective Order against this coward. I had to leave the place where I was 'hiding' because he found me. I had to come back to WV to stay with family. 3 months later he is still driving by where I am 'staying', calling, sending emails and doing whatever he can to see me. Long story short, he has the signs of a stalker. I am TERRIFIED that I will end up like the young girl in Charleston...Running for my life. I do not want to end up dead. I have contacted law enforcement, kept emails, phone records and such. Why isn't anyone doing anything to this individual to protect me and my children? Are they going to wait until I end up a statistic? My hands are tied about this situation. I have done everything I can legally. When is someone going to step up and see how dangerous this person is? Hopefully it won't be too late when someone takes affirmative action...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-75036954443940808202009-10-22T01:54:12.126-04:002009-10-22T01:54:12.126-04:00First of all I must appreciate the people who have...First of all I must appreciate the people who have made the campaign "Take a Flower to child care" successful. Cause behind the blog is also appreciated. every little bits helps. Glad to know that Virginia's 2,400 professional childcare providers was honoured by sponsoring a statewide "Take a Flower to Childcare Day."Flowershttp://www.iflorist.co.uknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-36076648457599023252009-06-26T19:50:43.604-04:002009-06-26T19:50:43.604-04:00Those stats about how many people are unaware of t...Those stats about how many people are unaware of their status as HIV carriers is really scary. What I don't get is why it is just <i>National</i> HIV Testing Day. Can you imagine how many more people are uneducated or misinformed about HIV/AIDS in other countries that don't offer the same opportunities as ours? I definitely recommend this short documentary on a research and education center in Chennai, India that is working to combat HIV's biggest ally: ignorance.<br /><br />Check it out: http://explore.org/explore/india/films/63Bryan Schellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16363013248370351158noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-72518275061060283682009-06-23T09:05:42.701-04:002009-06-23T09:05:42.701-04:00I've held off on commenting because I have bee...I've held off on commenting because I have been so overcome with emotion about this post.<br /><br />For the record, I have not forgotten or become complacent about the brutal murder referenced here; unfortunately, I think about it every week because I have been unable to conduct business in that area of town since the slaying.<br /><br />All domestic violence homicides are tragic, and yet this one was particularly unnerving to me. This happened in broad daylight, in a public place, after a public pursuit. The realization that she ran into a public place for safety, and that her killer completely disregarded the presence of others and in fact lept over the counter to chase her down in the kitchen of a public restaurant, is terrifying. It's a miracle more people were not killed that day.<br /><br />I agree, this kind of violence is a scourge on our communities and must be faced down. One of the things that happened to me after this event was just a stunning realization that we are up against a force much more powerful than I think is generally acknowledged by the public.<br /><br />I am grateful to the YWCA for all of its essential work for our community, and I urge everyone's support of the Y's mission to help address the roots of this pain. Short-term answers are in helping people in crisis; long-term answers are in confronting systemic injustice and discrimination.<br /><br />Thank you for addressing this issue as a priority for our state.The EDGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18366514412157278624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-82870861670432227912009-06-20T21:22:03.104-04:002009-06-20T21:22:03.104-04:00Great post. The YWCA does such outstanding work in...Great post. The YWCA does such outstanding work in so many areas.jeffjamnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-86653992272492601642009-05-22T09:57:58.639-04:002009-05-22T09:57:58.639-04:00Janet James- you make us proud- YOU ROCK!Janet James- you make us proud- YOU ROCK!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-78129478986571129002009-01-14T14:03:00.000-05:002009-01-14T14:03:00.000-05:00I have to admit, I never thought I would see a bla...I have to admit, I never thought I would see a black president. Even as I was watching the election numbers rolling in, I had a difficult time feeling happy about it because I kept waiting for the rug to get yanked out. <BR/><BR/>I don't think the election of a black president is the end of racism, but I think it shows a major improvement that we need to celebrate. I also think the election will force a lot of people to deal with feelings of bigotry they've been harboring for years.Charleston Catholic / Clay Center Projecthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00124031452016376658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-64162410806246322022008-11-20T09:19:00.000-05:002008-11-20T09:19:00.000-05:00Teresa is right (and how beautifully articulate) i...Teresa is right (and how beautifully articulate) in that we have still have a journey before us. But what a statement we have made as a country about what we believe and our own audacity for hope. Our local and national communities have many challenges ahead - including the constant march toward eliminating all types of discrimination. But I have hope in my heart, and confidence in my friends and neighbors like never before.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-18885299955315476952008-11-19T18:06:00.000-05:002008-11-19T18:06:00.000-05:00Right on Teresa! Keep us thinking critically - al...Right on Teresa! Keep us thinking critically - all the time! We must be viligent. Thanks for your contributions.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-31316876625561026452008-11-19T15:57:00.000-05:002008-11-19T15:57:00.000-05:00Teresa: This is just lovely. Regardless what polit...Teresa: This is just lovely. Regardless what political side of the fence that one sits on, as you stated, this is so uplifting, so inspiring! Thank you for writing such a wonderful piece! <BR/><BR/>Debby WeinsteinAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-16651248510469277862008-11-06T15:48:00.000-05:002008-11-06T15:48:00.000-05:00I am thankful for wonderful friends and family tha...I am thankful for wonderful friends and family that would do anything they can for you. They make the daily grind of life worth it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-60662021240971628152008-11-03T23:38:00.000-05:002008-11-03T23:38:00.000-05:00Thanks for promoting this news. These two leaders ...Thanks for promoting this news. These two leaders are most deserving!<BR/><BR/><I>Skip Lineberg</I>Skip Lineberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02471705196612287593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-20434395319063919122008-10-13T12:25:00.000-04:002008-10-13T12:25:00.000-04:00Thank you for all that you've done for me. If it ...Thank you for all that you've done for me. If it weren't for the YWCA Resolve Family Abuse Program, I never would have reached the level of recovery I have today. You gals are wonderful! Krista (^_^)Krista Finkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14437394920798634349noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-35856017876515971872008-10-07T16:13:00.000-04:002008-10-07T16:13:00.000-04:00I think this program is a great one! I just though...I think this program is a great one! I just thought I would stop in and let anyone know that the J. Peterman Company is giving away a $5000 shopping spree. It could really help someone out!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10077498001565563455noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-78816382193284919932008-09-25T11:08:00.000-04:002008-09-25T11:08:00.000-04:00Y not! I'm encouraging everyone to vote, even if ...Y not! I'm encouraging everyone to vote, even if never before. Too much at stake to sit by and be a slacker in this election year.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-40957306066130790292008-09-20T14:46:00.000-04:002008-09-20T14:46:00.000-04:00Deb, Rachelle, Laura and crew-Guys Night Out was f...<B>Deb, Rachelle, Laura and crew-</B><BR/><BR/>Guys Night Out was fantastic! Thanks for a wonderful evening of food, fun and friendship. The atmosphere was very low-key and relaxing, just right for unwinding on a busy Thursday. The food, beverages, prizes and cigars were first-class. Even though WVU lost, the Maple crew (Justin, Jim, Skip) and our clients had a blast! It was an honor to be associated with the YWCA as a sponsor of Guys Night Out.<BR/><BR/><I>Skip Lineberg </I>Skip Lineberghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02471705196612287593noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-22391713099705189872008-09-09T15:47:00.000-04:002008-09-09T15:47:00.000-04:00Here at the YWCA, we support ALL victims of domest...Here at the YWCA, we support ALL victims of domestic violence. We recognize that domestic violence can affect individuals of all races, genders, sexual orientations, and social and economic backgrounds. However, research is clear and inarguable that: <BR/>1. Women are more likely to be physically harmed by abuse<BR/>2. Women are more likely to be killed by an intimate partners<BR/>3. Women are the vast majority of those requesting victim services<BR/><BR/>In West Virginia in 2003, 77% of homicide victims were women and 65% of all femicides were DV related (http://www.wvdhhr.org/ocme/DVReport2003.asp). <BR/><BR/>Nationwide, female murder victims are substantially more likely than male murder victims to have been killed by an intimate. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, approx. 1/3 of female murder victims were killed by an intimate, while approx. 3% of male murder victims were killed by an intimate (http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/bjs/homicide/intimates.htm#intimates)YWCA of Charlestonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00773273295033767800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-84241467564249626552008-09-05T23:25:00.000-04:002008-09-05T23:25:00.000-04:00I support victims of both genders. Do you?Half of...I support victims of both genders. Do you?<BR/><BR/>Half of all dv is mutual. Of the rest, 70% involve a female abusing a male, not the other way around.<BR/><BR/>Mothers acting alone commit twice the neglect and abuse of children than fathers acting alone.<BR/><BR/>Men are often arrested when they've been the victim. Even when they place the call. Even when they're bleeding and the woman is not. <BR/><BR/>This is all thanks to the Violence Against Women Act. A law that provides no protection to men and boys over age 12. We need to fix VAWA now!<BR/><BR/>http://www.mediaradar.org<BR/>http://www.teristoddard.orgTeri Stoddardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17107237069107129617noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-26489353976011035512008-08-10T13:34:00.000-04:002008-08-10T13:34:00.000-04:00I am totally on board with your campaign to addres...I am totally on board with your campaign to address tween/teen dating violence. Here in Detroit, MI we kicked off the provocative woman campaign to address peer pressure, violence and sexual assualt affecting girls. We will have Bill Cosby at our female summit on August 16, 2008 here in Detroit. Feel free to check out our blog at www.provocativewomancampaign.blogspot.comHugs Not Bullets and Provocative Woman Campaignshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01519684539471457774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-30497203065153306682008-07-22T14:01:00.000-04:002008-07-22T14:01:00.000-04:00@Lisa - Great guest post - thank you for sharing f...<B>@Lisa</B> - Great guest post - thank you for sharing for folks like me with kids that will be that age very, very soon.<BR/><BR/><B>@Rachelle, @Laura, and all the YWCA team</B> - way to use guest posters! Very, very smart way to add great, unique, targeted content.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6440134141667608242.post-10330700701483286882008-07-08T11:04:00.000-04:002008-07-08T11:04:00.000-04:00When you are this big in the chain the cops are sc...When you are this big in the chain the cops are scared of you i think that he was paying them off to get out of jail and for them not to show up you see this on tv all the time about dirty cops but i think we have them in our own back yard. For the everyday working man we dont have a chance they (police) pull us over and wright a us a ticket for no seatbelts and then we have to go to court and pay a big fine but if you get caught selling drugs they slap you on the wrist and tell you not to do it again although that was your third offence something is wrong with that picture. This man needs to rot in jail!!!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com