by hawc2023 | Jul 23, 2018 | Blog, Create Change, Erasing the Stigma, LGBTQ+
Anyone can experience domestic abuse, but the stigma surrounding certain communities can result in some populations being more vulnerable than others. According to a report by the Williams Institute, a public policy research institute focusing on sexual orientation...
by hawc2023 | Jun 12, 2018 | Blog, Create Change, Erasing the Stigma, Law and Politics
While domestic abuse touches all communities, systemic oppression has created a culture in which some communities have power dynamics and can obstruct a survivor’s path towards healing. Countless studies show that communities of color face higher rates of...
by hawc2023 | Apr 10, 2018 | Blog, Erasing the Stigma, Healthy Relationships, Other forms of abuse
In recognition of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month, HAWC joins survivors and advocates to draw attention to the pervasive issue of sexual violence. When people think about “sexual violence,” they might think of an attack from a stranger or workplace...
by hawc2023 | Mar 2, 2018 | Blog, Erasing the Stigma, Other forms of abuse
Although domestic abuse and HIV are two separate issues prevalent in today’s society, studies have found a unique intersection between domestic abuse survivors and people living with HIV. In fact, 55% of women living with HIV have experienced domestic abuse—this...
by hawc2023 | Feb 12, 2018 | Blog, Erasing the Stigma, Good to Know, Healthy Relationships, How To
BDSM is a common erotic and role-playing sexual practice based on bandage, discipline, dominance and submission, and sado-masochistic dynamics. These sexual interactions emphasize power-play and may involve one lover having control over the other...
by hawc2023 | Nov 10, 2017 | Blog, Erasing the Stigma, Healthy Relationships, LGBTQ+
Recognizing abuse in relationships with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals can be challenging because of common misconceptions about gender roles and abuse. In fact, approximately one in three LGBTQ+ relationships...
