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Envisioning Communities Without Sexual Violence

Sexual violence is a public health problem - one that is recognized by both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Prevention Institute. These public health institutions are at the forefront of promoting a public health approach to sexual violence, one that incorporates primary prevention, or taking action to prevent health and social problems before their onset. [Read more.]
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FAQ and Factsheets: Elderly

Elder Abuse
According to the Attorney General’s Family Violence Task Force, references to elder abuse can be traced throughout Greek mythology, the writings of Shakespeare and modern literature. Yet, it has only been in the last twenty years that serious attention has been given to family violence and elder abuse. Perhaps, at least in part, this elevated consciousness can be attributed to the increasing numbers of aging Americans. [More...]
From: NCVC "Get Help" General Information
Elder Abuse and the Law
The "graying of America" has given senior citizens a large and powerful political voice. As a result, crimes against the elderly, particularly those involving abuse or neglect, are coming to the attention of the general public and our nation's elected policy makers. [More...]
From: NCVC "Get Help" Legislative Topics
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