Domestic violence does not end 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 at (414) 276-1911 or at [email protected] to discuss how we can partner with you to make your workplace safe for victims of domestic violence to come forward.