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Help Fund Domestic & Sexual Violence Programs in California with the NO MORE License Plate

California became the first state to launch a NO MORE license plate supporting domestic and sexual violence prevention. Led by Assembly member Jimmy Gomez, the initiative helps fund lifesaving awareness, advocacy, and support programs statewide.

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Chicago Says NO MORE to Domestic and Sexual Violence

Survivor Gabriella “Rella” Lock shares her experience of dating violence and joins Chicago Says NO MORE in raising awareness and working to prevent domestic abuse and sexual assault.v

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Meet Jaired Maddox. This Texas Teen is Challenging His Community to Say NO MORE.

Student athlete, Jaired Maddox, launches East Texas Says NO MORE, using the NO MORE campaign to engage schools, coaches, and communities in preventing domestic violence and sexual assault.

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A Fictional Character Helped Me Escape Domestic Violence In Real Life

A.D. Marrow shares how a fictional character she created became a source of strength during years of domestic abuse. This powerful survivor story explores coercive control, resilience, escape, healing, and the role storytelling played in helping her reclaim her life.

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Honoring Yeardley: Five Years After UVA Lacrosse Player’s Death, One Love Works to End Dating Violence

Yeardley Love’s story inspired the One Love Foundation, which educates college students about dating violence, warning signs, and how to intervene to prevent abusive relationships.

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Verizon’s Jessica Shih On the New HopeLine Phone Drive to Benefit Domestic Violence Victims

Learn how Verizon HopeLine’s 1 million phone drive with William Gay is supporting domestic violence survivors by recycling phones, funding services, and providing access to communication and safety resources.

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Kaiser Permanente's Dr. Cynthia Telles Discusses Domestic Violence

Dr. Cynthia Telles discusses the lasting mental and emotional effects of domestic violence and the importance of breaking stigma. Learn how open conversations, community support, and increased awareness can help survivors heal and encourage more people to seek help.

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Spotlight: Latin@ Voices from the “NO MÁS Study”

The NO MÁS Study explores how domestic violence and sexual assault affect the U.S. Latin@ community, highlighting both challenges and strengths. The findings reveal a strong willingness to take action, support survivors, and engage families in conversations that help prevent abuse.

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Everyone Should Read this Survivor's Advice for Helping a Friend who has been Sexually Assaulted

Sexual assault survivor and advocate Ali Safran shares essential advice for supporting survivors. Learn how listening, believing, avoiding victim-blaming, and respecting survivors’ choices can make a lasting difference in their healing journey.

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Ten Inspiring Songs About Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault that Will Move You

Discover inspiring songs that raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault. Explore powerful music from artists and survivors sharing stories of resilience, healing, and hope while helping break the silence surrounding abuse.

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Gallaudet University Students Say NO MORE Silencing Deaf Voices

Deaf student activists from Gallaudet University highlight the challenges Deaf survivors face in accessing support for domestic and sexual violence, calling for more accessible services and systemic change.

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The Allstate Foundation Accepting Applications for Purple Purse Challenge

The Allstate Foundation’s Purple Purse Challenge helps nonprofits support domestic violence survivors through financial empowerment. Organizations can apply to join this national fundraising campaign and compete for funding to raise awareness and prevent abuse.

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April is time for action

Get involved in Sexual Assault Awareness Month by joining nationwide events and conversations. Discover how to raise awareness, support survivors, and drive prevention through community action and cultural change.

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Survivors Share Their Stories for NO MORE Week

During NO MORE Week, survivors of domestic and sexual violence share powerful personal stories of courage, healing, and hope. Read how speaking out raises awareness, supports survivors, and inspires others to say NO MORE.

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TUNE IN AND SPEAK OUT: NO MORE WEEK IS HERE!

Survivors shared deeply personal stories during NO MORE Week, highlighting healing, resilience, and the power of speaking out. From supporting friends to helping fellow survivors, these voices show why breaking the silence around domestic and sexual violence matters.

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The Hunting Ground Premieres This Weekend

The gripping film chronicles college sexual assault survivors’ struggle for justice. The Hunting Ground opens in select theaters this weekend.

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NO MORE Week Events Nationwide

NO MORE Week 2015 featured nationwide events to raise awareness of domestic violence and sexual assault, including teen writing contests, fundraisers, military training webinars, and a cross-country roller-skating campaign, all encouraging communities to say NO MORE.

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February Is Teen Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Learn why Teen Domestic Violence Awareness Month matters and how organizations like Break the Cycle empower young people to build healthy relationships, prevent dating abuse, and access support through education, outreach, and advocacy.

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CONQUERING THE RAPE KIT BACKLOG

Learn how Prosecutor Kym Worthy is leading efforts to eliminate the rape kit backlog, bring justice to sexual assault survivors, improve DNA testing, and strengthen accountability in the criminal justice system through ground breaking legislation and partnerships.

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An Inspired Gift In Honour of Mothers

Support survivors this Mother’s Day through JWI’s Flower Project. Honour an inspiring woman with a meaningful gift that sends flowers and beauty products to domestic violence shelters, bringing hope and encouragement to mothers and children nationwide.