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Upcoming Events and Webinars
DAYTONA BEACH, FL: Housing People and Pets in Crisis Training Workshop (FREE)
by Don't Forget the Pets
Domestic Violence, Sexual Abuse & Trauma — Survivor Safety, Support & Connection
by The Great Change Foundation
Impactful Partnerships: Supporting Both Ends of the Leash (FREE Webinar)
by RedRover
Resources for Professionals
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A Guide to Restraining Orders
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From Barrier to Benefit: Overcoming Challenges of Creating Pet-Friendly Domestic Violence Shelters
Video
What Every Advocate Needs to Know About Strangulation
Article
How Police Are Trained to Respond to Domestic Violence
Article
How to Prove Nonphysical Abuse in Court
Article
Phone Scam Targets Domestic Violence Survivors
Video
The 2026 Purple Ribbon Awards Celebration
Video
2026 Purple Ribbon Awards $5k Grant Winner: Lori Jump
Video
2026 Purple Ribbon Awards $5k Grant Winner: DeafLEAD
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2026 Purple Ribbon Awards $10k Grant Winner: Alexandria Ruden
Video
2026 Purple Ribbon Awards $5k Grant Winner: Dr. Joey Fisher
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2026 Purple Ribbon Awards $5k Grant Winner: Domestic Violence Resource Center (DVRC)
Video
Domestic Violence and the Workplace: Employee Rights, Remedies, and Resources
Article
Can Abusers Change?
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Leaving Without Dying
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StrongHearts Native Helpline Celebrates a Decade of Hope and Healing
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