Sentences with phrase «by family violence in»

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Dimon: We were all disturbed by the bigotry and violence in Charlottesville, Virginia this past weekend and pray for the victims, their families and the healing of the community.

Born in Chicago's Near North Side, he was raised by his grandmother, who moved the family to Indianapolis to escape the neighborhood's growing gang violence.

In comparison, gun control advocates are motivated by more abstract notions of reducing gun violence — although, Goss noted, the victims of mass shootings and their families have begun putting a face on these policies by engaging more actively in advocacy work, which could make the gun control movement feel more relatablIn comparison, gun control advocates are motivated by more abstract notions of reducing gun violence — although, Goss noted, the victims of mass shootings and their families have begun putting a face on these policies by engaging more actively in advocacy work, which could make the gun control movement feel more relatablin advocacy work, which could make the gun control movement feel more relatable.

Recently CNN has posted an article by a Palestinian - American woman visiting her family in Gaza during the latest upsurge in violence, another article suggesting the US cut off aid to Israel, and now this shallow back - handed attack on Israel (comparing Israels security barrier to a «knife» and the contrasting it to the fields where angels announced the birth of Jesus).

It's a story based on events not in the deep South, but in the Pennsylvania suburb of Levittown, when William and Daisy Myers moved their family into the all - white community and were rocked by riots, threats and violence that lasted throughout the summer of 1957.

The religious conservatives, beset by this sea change in the secular culture, might have been expected to retrench into their conventional media stereotypes: authoritarian, emotionally uninvolved husbands and fathers, a rigidly patriarchal family style, deeply gendered domestic roles that kept women at home» plus, as Wilcox puts it, «high levels of corporal punishment and domestic violence.»

For instance, the congregation might pray for anonymous victims of domestic violence, for those trying to make difficult decisions in their life, for family members who are disagreeing with one another, and for those members of the congregation touched by the hurt or despair of others.

Murray Straus's studies suggest that marital violence occurs in one out of four marriages, not as a single event but as a pattern (Richard J. Gelles and Claire Pedrick Cornell, Intimate Violence in Families [Sage Publications, 1985], p. 69) The Center for the Prevention of Sexual and Domestic Violence estimates that one girl out of three and one boy out of seven are sexually abused by age 18, and that in half the cases their abusers are family members; that 1 million children are physically abused by parents or caretakers every year; and that 1 million elderly people are abused every year by their adult cviolence occurs in one out of four marriages, not as a single event but as a pattern (Richard J. Gelles and Claire Pedrick Cornell, Intimate Violence in Families [Sage Publications, 1985], p. 69) The Center for the Prevention of Sexual and Domestic Violence estimates that one girl out of three and one boy out of seven are sexually abused by age 18, and that in half the cases their abusers are family members; that 1 million children are physically abused by parents or caretakers every year; and that 1 million elderly people are abused every year by their adult cViolence in Families [Sage Publications, 1985], p. 69) The Center for the Prevention of Sexual and Domestic Violence estimates that one girl out of three and one boy out of seven are sexually abused by age 18, and that in half the cases their abusers are family members; that 1 million children are physically abused by parents or caretakers every year; and that 1 million elderly people are abused every year by their adult cViolence estimates that one girl out of three and one boy out of seven are sexually abused by age 18, and that in half the cases their abusers are family members; that 1 million children are physically abused by parents or caretakers every year; and that 1 million elderly people are abused every year by their adult children.

The Division for Parish Resources of the Lutheran Church in America has included several brochures on family violence in its family - resource series; these resources are valuable for families affected by abuse as well as for congregational study.

Directed by Marie Fortune, a pastor and author of Sexual Violence, The Unmentionable Sin: An Ethical and Pastoral Perspective (Pilgrim Press, 1983), the Center has developed resources for congregational study and action, including a study guide for teen - agers on preventing sexual abuse, a monograph on violence against women of color, and a manual for congregational use in discovering and developing community resources on family vViolence, The Unmentionable Sin: An Ethical and Pastoral Perspective (Pilgrim Press, 1983), the Center has developed resources for congregational study and action, including a study guide for teen - agers on preventing sexual abuse, a monograph on violence against women of color, and a manual for congregational use in discovering and developing community resources on family vviolence against women of color, and a manual for congregational use in discovering and developing community resources on family violenceviolence.

In the Genesis narratives, for example, Abraham is depicted neither as a religious philosopher nor as a reformer but as someone whom God «makes his own» and ordains to be the progenitor of a family - nation that would serve as a pilot - people for humanity by keeping God's way — the avoidance of violence and the practice of justice under law (Genesis 18:19).

And we know that violence is exacerbated in communities and families living in poverty, and by the prominence given to it in films, television and other media.

Once in Spain, women living in captivity and were forced into prostitution under threats of black magic rituals, as well as by physical violence, rape and death threats to the girls themselves and their families in Nigeria.

The family of an 80 - year - old woman killed in her own home say they are «devastated and heartbroken by this senseless act of violence».

She also recently launched the Tamron ❤ Renate Fund with Safe Horizon in honor of her sister to help victims and families affected by domestic violence.

Any man who engages in Intimate Partner Violence against a pregnant partner would be imprisoned on the first offense; compensation to her would be provided by his mandatory insurance plan (see above), which may also require more insurance if there's a personal / family history of IPV.

These include: registration of fathers by maternity services; NHS guidance on father - inclusion; information for fathers explaining their role in smoking, breastfeeding, alcohol, mental health and baby health, dealing with relationship stress and conflict and the impact of violence in the family.

Middle School Safety This middle school safety article focuses on safety in transportation, privacy issues, family issues, violence and theft, and safety in regard to bullying and sexual harassment by middle schoolers.

However, there is an emergent consensus within the divorce research community that in the great majority of contested cases of child custody, where family violence is not a factor, children's needs and interests are best served by preserving meaningful relationships with both of their parents.

Elizabeth has extensive training in trauma, particularly working with children, adolescents, and families whose lives are affected by physical abuse, sexual abuse, family violence, neglect, bullying, and attachment issues related to adoption.

Being prepared with referral sources for additional support is key in caring for children, adolescents, and families impacted by violence and traumatic events.

@Al - Muhandis, In the west, gays are accepted by an overwhelming majority, but even that doesn't necessarily shield some from the violence done to them by their own family members or by their peers for being gay.

RM: You list economic dependence of non-unionised labour, the role of tryannical violence in the family and the way parliaments are suborned by non-elected executive power, but you don't list the rise of corporate power as a threat to liberty.

(New York, NY)-- A week and a half after the shooting at Marjory Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, a coalition of New York legislators and gun violence prevention advocates today urged the State Senate and Assembly to promptly hold votes on a bill sponsored by Senators Brian Kavanagh and Brad Hoylman and Assemblymember Jo Anne Simon that would empower family members and law enforcement to prevent gun violence.

«The Assembly showed admirable leadership this session by including speed safety camera expansion in their one - house budget, but petty politics and obstructionism led by a single state senator means that family members and victims of traffic violence will have to continue their fight during the legislative session,» a press release by Transportation Alternatives stated.

Recently, Ms. Moskowitz and a charter lobbying organization with which she is closely associated, Families for Excellent Schools, have criticized the Education Department as not doing more to address violence and physical abuse by teachers in the city's regular public schools.

Front of Queens Museum to Illuminate in Orange Now Through June 30 in Solidarity QUEENS, NY — Families of victims of gun violence, joined by elected officials, leaders and advocates, gathered this evening in a borough - wide inter-faith vigil for the victims of the Charleston hate crime massacre, and to illuminate the front exterior of the -LSB-...]

Constance Malcolm, whose unarmed teenage son Ramarley Graham was killed in 2012 by an officer that is still on the NYPD payroll, said it is a «disrespect» to families of police violence victims.

As for your accusation on the Seneca Niagara Casino incident, Erie County voters realize the Gisanti family was mugged by thugs who have spent time in prison for violence against women.

Also at 1 p.m., the family of Akai Gurley joins families impacted by police violence to demand justice in the case of a police officer, in front of the Supreme Court of New York, 320 Jay St., Brooklyn.

Many families have settled there in recent years after fleeing violence in African nations like Somalia and the Democratic Republic of Congo, drawn by family ties and the work of a nonprofit group that has resettled families there for decades, the Mohawk Valley Resource Center for Refugees.

Referencing the report, «Homelessness in Oneida County, NY: Understanding and Addressing a Hidden Social Problem,» written by Social Sciences Associates in support of the Mohawk Valley Housing and Homeless Assistance Coalition and funded by The Oneida County Department of Mental Health, Picente said that data makes it clear there is a problem with chronic homelessness, and that the problem of homelessness is intertwined with other social ills, including substance abuse and chemical dependency, status as an ex-offender, and the increasing number of family breakups caused by economic stress, domestic violence and even transitioning back to the community from military service.»

At 5:30 p.m., the 19th annual silent march against domestic violence, coordinated by the Korean American Family Service Center, takes place, starting from the in front of the 109th Police Precinct, 37 - 05 Union St., Flushing, Queens; ending at the Flushing Library, 41 - 17 Main St. (Sen. Toby Ann Stavisky, Assemblyman Ron Kim and others will attend).

Speaking at the 2016 National Children's Day Celebration, Buhari said: «Challenges posed by the total breakdown of societal values and the current unrestricted social media vices, which therefore, calls for an urgent need for all stakeholders to put all hands on deck in making conscious efforts at raising awareness of parents, family and communities at all levels on the critical role of protecting children against all forms of violence, abuse and exploitation including abduction of children, forced and early marriage.

Speaking in Abuja to mark 2016 National Children's Day Celebration, President Buhari said, «Challenges posed by the total breakdown of societal values and the current unrestricted social media vices, which therefore, calls for an urgent need for all stakeholders to put all hands on deck in making conscious efforts at raising awareness of parents, family, communities at all levels, on the critical role of protecting the children against all forms of violence, abuse and exploitation including abduction of children, forced and early marriage.

On September 26, 2015 as part of the 6th Annual Break the Cycle Bike - A-Thon and walk, Erie County Executive Mark C. Poloncarz was joined at Isle View Park in Tonawanda by members of the Erie County Commission on the Status of Women, Chairman of the Buffalo and Erie County Greenway Fund Standing Committee Alan J. Bozer, members of the Erie County Department of Parks, Recreation and Forestry, WNY domestic violence agencies and community partners, victims of domestic violence and their families, and community members committed to ending domestic violence to cut the ribbon and officially open Erie County's new Tribute Garden honoring domestic violence victims and survivors.

QUEENS, NY — Families of victims of gun violence, joined by elected officials, leaders and advocates, gathered this evening in a borough - wide inter-faith vigil for the victims of the Charleston hate crime massacre, and to illuminate the front exterior of the Queens Museum in orange, the official color of New York State Gun Violence Awarenesviolence, joined by elected officials, leaders and advocates, gathered this evening in a borough - wide inter-faith vigil for the victims of the Charleston hate crime massacre, and to illuminate the front exterior of the Queens Museum in orange, the official color of New York State Gun Violence AwarenesViolence Awareness Month.

«Together as one borough of families, we mourn the loss of lives taken by senseless gun violence that has spared no home, not even the neighborhoods here in the «World's Borough»,» said Borough President KATZ.

Adversity is commonly defined as anything children perceive as a threat to their physical safety or that jeopardizes their family or social structure, including emotional, physical or sexual abuse, neglect, bullying by peers, violence at home, parental divorce, separation or death, parental substance abuse, living in a neighborhood with high crime rates, homelessness, discrimination, poverty and the loss of a relative or another loved one.

Strong relationships with other family members can help raise self - esteem and reduce anxiety for some young people who grow up in homes affected by parental domestic violence.

However, the presence of strong family bonds did have a buffering effect in that, despite growing up in a home affected by domestic violence, some young adults who described strong family bonds also showed increased self - esteem and reduced anxiety.

«Strong family bonds reduce anxiety in young people with lived experience of domestic violence: Strong relationships with other family members can help raise self - esteem, reduce anxiety for some young people who grow up in homes affected by parental domestic violence.»

Children who experience family and environmental stressors, and traumatic experiences, such as poverty, mental illness and exposure to violence, are more likely to be diagnosed with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), according to new research by investigators at the Children's Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM), titled «Associations Between Adverse Childhood Experiences and ADHD Diagnosis and Severity,» published in Academic Pediatrics.

September 26, 2016 Comer Children's wins $ 2M federal grant to help kids affected by violence The University of Chicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital will provide screening and mental health care for hundreds of children and families that have been affected by violence in many of Chicago's South and West side neighborhoods.

While I can't articulate everything I'm feeling about this, I'm truly saddened by the violence in our world, and praying for the victims» and their families.

Two Brooklyn men and an inmate busted for duping senior citizen out of $ 50G in dating hotline scam Since 1996, the National Domestic Violence Hotline has been the vital link to safety for women, men, children and families affected by domestic vViolence Hotline has been the vital link to safety for women, men, children and families affected by domestic violenceviolence.

Sandy Hook parents Mark and Jackie Barden, who lost their youngest son, Daniel, in the shooting (and are also featured in Kim A. Snyder's more elegiac Sundance premiere, «Newtown»), are the first among many family members of gun - violence victims profiled by Soechtig and returning «Fed Up» narrator - host - exec producer Katie Couric.

As you might expect, there are periods of drastic violence encouraged by pure hatred, as when in the earliest such action a group of Apaches raid the domicile of a white family, slaughtering all but the mother, Rosalie Quaid (Rosamund Pike), who escapes by hiding.

Fierce People (R for nudity, profanity, sexuality, drug use and violence) Dysfunctional family drama about a coke - addicted single - mom (Diane Lane) struggling to survive in NYC who decides to try to get her life back on track by showing up with her 16 year - old son (Anton Yelchin) at the sprawling, suburban estate of a wealthy, elderly client (Donald Sutherland) of hers.

OPENING THIS WEEK by Kam Williams For movies opening August 24, 2007 BIG BUDGET FILMS Illegal Tender (R for violence, profanity and sexuality) Rick Gonzalez and Wanda De Jesus co-star in this graphic revenge saga about a college student who chooses to defend his family's honor after a ruthless gang kills his father and forces his mother to flee for her life.