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Domestic Violence Support and Awareness

Domestic violence affects millions of Americans every day. Whether you're a STLCC student, faculty member, staff or someone looking for support, there are resources and caring people ready to help. Breaking the silence is the first step toward ending domestic violence. You don't have to face this alone.

What is Domestic Violence?

Domestic violence is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another in a relationship. It can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, race or background. Abuse can be: 

  • Physical: hitting, pushing or physical harm
  • Emotional: insults, threats or isolation from loved ones
  • Financial: controlling money or preventing employment
  • Digital: monitoring phones/social media, harassing messages
  • Sexual: forcing or pressuring sexual acts 

If you recognize these signs in your relationship or a friend's relationship, know that it's not your fault and help is available. STLCC counseling offers confidential support to help you explore your options safely. 

How You Can Help Prevent Domestic Violence

  1. Learn the signs: Educate yourself about warning signs like controlling behavior, isolation, financial control and emotional abuse. Knowing these patterns helps you recognize when someone might need support.
  2. Raise awareness: Share information and resources about domestic violence in your community. Use social media, campus events and conversations to spread accurate information and crisis hotline numbers.
  3. Get involved: Support local organizations making a difference. Volunteer at shelters, donate supplies or join campus initiatives. Even small actions like attending awareness events help create change.
  4. Speak up: Challenge myths and victim-blaming attitudes when you hear them. Help others understand that domestic violence is never the survivor's fault. Your voice matters in changing harmful attitudes.
  5. Support survivors: If someone discloses abuse, listen without judgment and believe them. Help them explore their options and connect with professional support when they're ready. Remember that leaving can be dangerous — let them lead the way.

Remember: Everyone deserves to feel safe in their relationships. By taking these actions, you help create a community where survivors feel supported and abuse is not tolerated.

Domestic Violence Hotlines & Support Resources 

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text "START" to 88788 for 24/7 support  
  • RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline: call 1-800-656-HOPE (4673) for 24/7 support
  • StrongHearts Native Helpline: for Native American and Alaska Native survivors, call 1-844-762-8483
  • National Deaf Domestic Violence Hotline: video phone: 855-812-1001, email: nationaldeafhotline@adwas.org  
  • Love Is Respect: teen dating violence hotline - text LOVEIS to 22522 or call 1-866-331-9474  
  • Casa de Esperanza: Spanish-language support at 1-651-772-1611  
  • Anti-Violence Project: LGBTQ+ specific support at 212-714-1141 

 

Additional Resources

Counseling
Services are available at no cost to currently enrolled STLCC students.

Student Advocacy and Resource Center
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Prevention Education
Each month, we raise awareness on a topic and provide events, workshops and further resources. 

Disability Resources
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Title IX
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Public Service Programs
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