COMMUNITY EDUCATION

 
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VIOLENCE IN THE WORKPLACE

Domestic violence does not remain “domestic” when victims go to work. Homicide is the leading cause of death for women on the job. This violence poses a threat not only to the victims, but also to the safety and well-being of co-workers and customers.

For many victims, the workplace remains their only safe connection to the outside world and their only opportunity for achieving independence from the abuser. For their abusers, work remains the only place where the victim can consistently be found after fleeing.

Employers play an important role in making the workplace safe for victims of domestic violence. A safe work environment includes clear human resource policies, manager training, security, flexible leave and benefit policies, and employee education.

Sojourner Family Peace Center can help employers with training, policies and provide on-site advocacy if needed. Contact us to discuss how we can partner with you to make your workplace safe for victims of domestic violence to come forward.

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SPEAKERS

Invite us to speak to your school, business, place of worship or other group to increase awareness about family violence and how Sojourner can help.

Speakers are available to discuss a range of topics related to domestic abuse including:

  • Abusive relationships – warning signs

  • Teen dating abuse

  • Effects of domestic violence on children

  • Helping victims

  • Educating abusers

  • Identifying abusive behaviors

  • How domestic violence affects the workplace

  • How Sojourner Family Peace Center can help

In addition to individual sessions, staff can organize multiple sessions, train management staff and develop curricula on domestic abuse and related issues. To schedule a Sojourner Family Peace Center Community Educator to present to your group, please call 414-276-1911.

To request a speaker, please send an email to education@familypeacecenter.org