Posted January 13th, 2009, by admin
Latest Issue of Seventeen features loveisrespect.org
Have you picked up the latest February issue of
Seventeen magazine? If so, you may have noticed that loveisrespect.org, National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline is featured prominently in a special piece.
Seventeen magazine included a compelling four page spread titled “Love Hurts?” with personal dating abuse stories shared by teens as well as celebrity feedback from stars such as Lauren Conrad from
The Hills. A “Red Flags - signs of danger” section was included courtesy of loveisrespect.org as well as all of our contact information so that readers know where to go for help if they need it.
The latest issue is out on newsstands now! We also have a sneak peak of the article available by clicking here.
The New York Times – Youth Dating Article
The New York Times featured an in-depth article on efforts to identify abuse in youth dating on January 4, 2009. LoveisRespect.org was included as a solution for teens in need of help but who are perhaps too embarrassed to admit being mistreated to their parents, teachers or peers.
The article featured great factual information and included current efforts to identify abuse as well as data on programs that train mentors for the purpose of teaching youth what is acceptable behavior in dating.
You can read the entire New York Times article by clicking here.
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Posted January 12th, 2009, by loveisrespect
Another great video has been made about teen dating violence!
Watch The Line !
Receiving the Girl Scout Gold Award, “The Line” does a magnificent job of illustrating the invisible boundary between love and control in relationships. This video not only demonstrates how teens are turning project assignments into messages to raise awareness of teen dating violence, but also shows how the Girl Scouts of the USA are passionate and committed to ending teen dating violence.
We want to give so much praise to the “The Line.” The video discusses one of the fundamental issues of teen dating violence: What is the line between love and control in relationships? This question is never easy to answer because definitions of love in relationships vary: people want different things out of relationships. Even though it may be hard to figure out relationships, it is never OK to take advantage of, or demean your partner. Like the video details, being jealous, possessive, suspicious, obsessive, or demanding are all controlling behaviors that take away the other person’s rights in relationships.
This video is a great example of how you can turn projects into something that helps raise awareness for teen dating violence. The guidelines for the Girl Scout Gold Award are simple and straightforward for every eligible Girl Scout: create something that greatly impacts a Girl Scout’s community. One Girl Scout took this opportunity to help out her organization AND spread the word about dating violence at the same time. Think of all the projects that you are doing or will do for school or other organizations. If the guidelines of the project allow you to do so, these projects are a great opportunity for you to tell people in your community while doing the work that you already have to do!
Remember, you can often incorporate teen dating violence into the projects you are already doing. We are so impressed with this video. This is yet another example of how talented everyone is!
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Posted January 6th, 2009, by loveisrespect
Congratulations to the winners of the Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence video contest! These gifted students put a lot of hard work and effort into these videos, and they definitely deserve the credit they received. Each video does a great job of discussing one or more aspects of dating violence.
“Somebody Say Something” by Sabrina Morris is a great example of how friends and family can help those who are in abusive relationships. “Run Girl Run” by Courtney Pennington is a great illustration of how difficult and scary life can be while in an abusive relationship. “Make a Difference” by Ciara Gray demonstrates how everyone has rights in their relationships and that everyone has the right to end a relationship. “Somebody Say Something” by Kevin Scott Page shows that abuse is real. Abuse should be discussed and dealt with and not be covered up.
It is great to see how teens are spreading the word about dating violence in their communities. Not only are these teens getting the message out, they are doing it in creative and impactful ways. Think about all the things you like: do you like to act, make videos, sing, write, or play music? Then you can help to end dating violence too! Perform a skit, make a movie, sing a song, write a poem or short story, or play a song, or do something else… there is no limit on your creativity!
We are always eager to hear about what you are doing to end dating violence in your community and would love to hear from you. Also, if you are having trouble coming up with a creative project, talk to us and we will help get started.
Below is a link to check out all the winning videos. Keep up the great work and congratulations!
www.somebodysaysomething.org
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