domestic abuse
We Can't Prevent Gender-Based Violence Until We Can Accurately Name It
When we sweep violence against women under the rug, it can thrive and escalate.
By Brigittine French
The Chappell Roan Discourse Should Be a Reminder That Stalking Is All Too Common
If you're mad at Chappell, you're missing the point.
By Sarah John
A Rice University Student Was Killed in an Apparent Murder-Suicide on the First Day of Class
Police believe Andrea Rodriguez Avila was dating the man who reportedly killed her.
By Angie Jaime
It Ends With Us Tries to Fix the Book’s Problems, But Still Reeks of Hollow ‘Girl Power’
Writer Sriya Tallapragada reflects on reading It Ends With Us as a young teenager and seeing the Blake Lively-led movie in 2024.
By Sriya Tallapragada
Sometimes You Gotta Pop Out and Show Your Alignment With Abusers
A weird moment during an otherwise extraordinary night.
By Kaitlyn McNab
Keke Palmer Granted Domestic Violence Restraining Order Against Darius Jackson
Palmer is seeking sole physical and legal custody of their son.
By Kara Nesvig
For Survivors Going Home for the Holidays, This Short Film Offers Support
“Our performance is first and foremost a resource for people who are isolated in unsupportive homes.”
By Kaitlyn McNab
TikTok Hand Signal Saves Missing Teen
"I really believe that this girl’s life was saved.”
By Kaitlyn McNab
What to Do if You're Isolated With an Abuser During the Coronavirus Crisis
There is still help available, and you're not alone.
By Caitlin Flynn
Pussy Riot Speaks Out on Hope, History, Activism, and the “New Cold War"
“The fact that you are doing something, that’s good.”
By Mythili Sampathkumar
What You Should Know About Dating a Domestic Abuse Survivor
"I’ve experienced my fair share of feeling like I’m trapped, or that I will never be worthy of love."
By Elly Belle
Snapchat Lost $800 Million After Rihanna Called Them Out
Don't mess with her — or any domestic violence survivor.
By Tommy Tsao
Snapchat Has Apologized for an Inappropriate Ad About Rihanna and Chris Brown
The ad was removed, but domestic abuse is NEVER a joke.
By Andrea Park
Naya Rivera's Husband Has Dropped the Domestic Battery Charge Against Her
She allegedly hit her husband over Thanksgiving weekend.
By De Elizabeth
Madison Beer Has Spoken Out About Jack Gilinsky's Verbal Abuse
"Don't make the same mistakes I did."
By De Elizabeth
How 'Big Little Lies' Gave Us a Shockingly Important Lesson About Abusive Relationships
“It’s important to remember that abuse is never ever deserved.”
By Allison Hirschlag
Domestic Abuse Victims Are Reportedly Dropping Charges for Fear of Deportation
You shouldn't have to choose between your safety and your country.
By Jody Allard
A 24-Year-Old Was Killed By Her Boyfriend Over a Nonexistent Tinder Message
And now he’s been sentenced to up to 18 years in prison
By Sarah Grace Hart
A 14-Year-Old Shot Is Being Accused of Shooting and Killing Her Abusive Father
Her mother called her "a hero."
By Colleen Curry