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Join our team! Open Positions as of today:
+ Communications Associate
+ Community Ambassador
For more information, please visit peaceoverviolence.org/employment
Building healthy relationships, families and communities free from violence.
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Join our team! Open Positions as of today:
+ Communications Associate
+ Community Ambassador
For more information, please visit peaceoverviolence.org/employment
With classes back in session, we've restocked our In Touch with Teens curriculum. Visit peaceoverviolence.org/shop today to purchase a copy!
In Touch With Teens was selected as one of five model youth-violence prevention programs in the United States (and the only such program from California) by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. It was also selected as the relationship-violence curriculum for the ‘Life Skills for the 21st Century’ curriculum of the Los Angeles Unified School District, the second largest school district in the nation.
Peace Over Violence provides a free, drop-in Healing Arts support group for women who have experienced trauma. This safe space consists of sessions that focus on developing resiliency using a model centered on Deaf culture.
Our mission: to release difficult feelings & experiences through various art projects and self-care activities.
Sessions will be conducted entirely in ASL.
Contact [email protected] for registration or additional questions.
// Healing Hearts Art Group happening Tuesdays from 10:30a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Starting July 18 - October 24, 2023.
POV clients! Join our Emotional Regulation Group Saturday, August 26 at 1:30 p.m. PT to discover the difference between emotions + feelings to improve your mental health, wellbeing + more. To register, email [email protected] or [email protected].
We are so excited to announce our first honoree for our Evening Over Violence event: performance artist and activist Kristina Wong! Kristina is receiving the Humanitarian Award for Social Justice recognizing the work she does to empower and support diverse communities through a social justice lense and as a thought-provoking comedian who inspires us and others into action. The award will be presented at EOV on October 26th. Join us! More info on the event and buy your ticket here: https://www.peaceoverviolence.org/evening-over-violence-2023
Thriving Over Violence is a domestic violence educational class and support group for survivors of intimate partner violence.
This 13-week group is designed to be a safe space specifically for the Deaf Community to learn about:
+ the cycle of violence
+ the effects of trauma on the body and the brain
+ power and control dynamics
As a DCFS approved class, certificates will be provided upon completion.
For registration or additional questions, please contact [email protected].
Join our team! Open Positions as of today:
+ Communications Associate
+ Violence Prevention Educator
For more information, visit peaceoverviolence.org/employment
¡Haga una diferencia en la vida de los sobrevivientes y prevenga la violencia en su comunidad! Organizaremos una sesión de información virtual MAÑANA, 10 de agosto a la 12 p.m. PT sobre nuestras oportunidades de voluntariado para explorar cómo puede involucrarse y ayudar a los sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y agresión sexual. RSVP en bit.ly/info-23
Make a difference in the lives of survivors and prevent violence in your community! We are hosting an exciting virtual info session TOMORROW, Aug. 10 at noon PT about our volunteer opportunities to explore how you can get involved + help survivors of domestic violence + sexual assault. RSVP at bit.ly/info-23
Existing POV clients! Join our virtual Emotional Regulation Group, a safe place to learn + practice emotional regulation skills that can improve wellbeing, personal relationships, mental health + more. To register, email [email protected] or [email protected]
The application deadline for our volunteer opportunities is THIS Friday! Help survivors and prevent violence in your community by becoming a Counselor Advocate or Violence Prevention Specialist! Download an application at bit.ly/pov-volunteer and send completed forms to [email protected]. More info at PeaceOverViolence.org/Volunteer
SAVE THE DATE: 10/26/23. Our annual event, Evening Over Violence, returns to the Taglyan Complex in Hollowood on Thursday, October 26th. Stay tuned for more details and visit the link to get your tickets now!
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Join us NEXT FRIDAY, August 11 from 10a.m. - noon PT at our Metro LA HQ for a FREE Empowered Self-Defense class to learn how to speak up, set boundaries + defend yourself with simple, easy-to-follow techniques. Register at bit.ly/SD11
We regret to inform you all that the August 5th training is cancelled. Turn on your notifications to follow up on our next available Self Defense Training!
Get ready to learn about boundaries and easy-to-follow techniques at our next FREE Empowered Self-Defense class NEXT Saturday, August 5 from 10 a.m. - noon PT at our LA Metro HQ. Register: bit.ly/ESD85
Join the movement to end domestic violence and sexual assault. Become a Counselor Advocate or Violence Prevention Specialist to make a difference in the lives of survivors and stop violence from happening in your community! Find the application at bit.ly/pov-volunteer and send to [email protected] by August 11th! More info at PeaceOverViolence.org/Volunteer
Join us THIS FRIDAY, July 21, for adult Empowered Self-Defense Training at our LA Metro HQ! This trauma-informed class will include learning how to set boundaries, preventative measures and easy-to-learn techniques. Register: bit.ly/SD721 or our link in bio.
We were so honored to receive a visit from Dr. Ramani, clinical psychologist, author and founder of LUNA Education, Training & Consulting. Dr. Ramani has been a leader in raising awareness about the impact of narcissism on personal relationships and mental health, and we look forward to working together. We thank her for being a sustaining donor and welcome her to the POV family.
How long does a grope have to last before it is considered sexual assault? Assault for any amount of time is still assault! We founded Denim Day nearly 25 years ago after the Italian Supreme Court overturned a r**e conviction based on the victim’s tight jeans. Today, we are still fighting a battle against ridiculous attitudes around assault and victim blaming. There is NO EXCUSE to harass, abuse, assault or r**e. Euronews Culture CNN
Interested in volunteering to make a difference in a survivor's life? Join us JULY 20 at 6 p.m. at our Metro LA HQ about our upcoming volunteer opportunities! Volunteers help survivors by answering our 24-hour hotline, providing support and connecting to services, educating the community about violence prevention and more. Register at bit.ly/info-23.
One of our Trauma Thera**sts attended the Futures Without Violence STAGES (STRATEGIES TO ADVANCE GREATER ELDER SAFETY) conference in Washington, D.C. in June. The conference covered many aspects of the elder justice movement, from systemic racism to food systems and food justice (pictured) to legal services and more.
Be the person you needed when you were looking for help. Make a difference in a survivor's life. Our Counselor Advocate and Violence Prevention Specialist volunteer trainings begin August 19 and end September 23. After training for just a month for a few hours twice a week in-person and once a week virtually, you can provide immediate crisis intervention services to survivors and their loved ones, or engage with the community to help stop violence from happening in the first place. Register at PeaceOverViolence.org/Volunteer.
Every dollar counts to make a difference in a survivor's life. Become a donation sustainer today to help sustain our critical resources for survivors and their families. Text WITHPOV to 41444 or visit PeaceOverViolence.org/donate
Gun violence is pervasive, and with the rise in mass shootings, the most ordinary everyday spaces are no longer safe. Gun violence and domestic violence are inextricably linked. We have partnered with California Partnership to End Domestic Violence on their Ending Gun Violence and Domestic Violence campaign to help raise awareness about gun violence prevention. More resources can be found at www.EndingGV.org + PeaceOverViolence.org/gvro
Hot off the press! Our 2022 annual report features an overview of the services we provided for survivors and their families, from housing, legal support, immigration, mental health and advocacy to prevention, education and more. We are grateful to our partners, donors, board, advisory circle, staff and volunteers who help make our work possible. Read the full report here: https://www.peaceoverviolence.org/annual-report-archive annualreport
Happy Father’s Day to all the fathers, papas, father-in-laws, stepfathers, and to those who step in as fathers: the grandfathers, uncles, brothers, friends, and father figures. In our work toward a world without violence, we acknowledge the men and those who identify as male who have helped us along the way and continue to be allies, supporters, friends and donors. Our *new* DAD OVER VIOLENCE hat helps dad show his support for our cause, while raising funds for services for survivors. You can also donate in honor of your Father Over Violence!
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day to raise awareness about, and provide solutions around, elder abuse, which about 5 million elderly Americans experience every year. Learn more about how to identify, address and prevent abuse by visiting ncea.acl.gov or our link in bio. This day of recognition was founded in 2006 by the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse and the at the . Image courtesy of
We want to give a big THANK YOU to , our top Instagram donor for Denim Day. Donors help support our services for survivors and their families, from housing, legal support, immigration, mental health and advocacy to prevention, education and more. Swipe for more info about why Kate decided to support our cause.
Thank you for your partnership Thrive Causemetics! One of our amazing Emergency Case Managers, Tyler, was featured as a model for Thrive’s new pastel Brilliant Eye Brighteners product line.
Check out our new DAD OVER VIOLENCE hat! Featuring our Peace Over Violence logo on the right and embroidered lettering, this classic dad hat is perfect for any weather and versatile to match any style. Great for a Father’s Day gift for your favorite dad or for any day of the year! Features a low profile with an adjustable strap and curved visor. Proceeds support services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
Happy LGBTQIA+ Pride Month! Show your pride + support survivors with a soft cotton T-Shirt, colorful ceramic mug or greeting cards. Proceeds provide critical direct services to LGBTQIA+ survivors and allow us to build upon our support & continue listening and working with our LGBTQIA+ siblings in fighting for liberation.
Did you hear?? We have volunteer opportunities! Join an info session June 8 or July 20 at 6 p.m. at our LA Metro Office!
RSVP: bit.ly/info-23
Help survivors by answering the 24-hr crisis hotlines, providing support + educating the community.
POV enlists the help of volunteers who answer our 24-hour hotline, provide support to victims/survivors, and educate youth and adult community members. Come to one of the sessions to learn about current opportunities with our programs: Counselor Advocate & Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) Vol
40 YEARS of service! 🎉 Happy anniversary, Patti. Thank you for your incredible dedication to POV and leading us through the last four decades of growth and change. We appreciate you!
Happy LGBTQ+ Pride Month! As an organization with staff, volunteers, friends and clients from this community, we hope for a joyful month to celebrate identity and expression, particularly in the face of political attacks to strip trans people of their right to bodily autonomy and freedom, ban drag shows and other discriminatory acts. Pride Month was born out of rebellion after the Stonewall Riots, and it is as important as ever to fight for LGBTQ+ rights as community members and allies, for a more just, inclusive and peaceful world. For some community resources, check out
Acompáñanos al 8 de junio o 20 de julio en nuestra oficina de LA Metro a las 6 p.m. para sesiones de información sobre nuestros programas de voluntariado! Los voluntarios ayudan a responder nuestra línea directa las 24 horas, apoyan a los sobrevivientes y educan la comunidad. Acompáñanos una sesion de información para aprender las oportunidades actuales con nuestros programas: Entrenamientos de Voluntarios y Especialistas en Prevención de la Violencia del Equipo de Respuesta al Abuso Doméstico y Defensor del Consejero. Regístrese: bit.ly/info-23
Join us June 8 or July 20 at our LA Metro Office at 6 p.m. for one of our info sessions about our volunteer programs! Volunteers help answer our 24-hr hotline, provide support to survivors, and educate youth + adult community members. Join one of the sessions to learn about current opportunities with our programs: Counselor Advocate & Domestic Abuse Response Team (DART) Volunteer and Violence Prevention Specialist trainings. Register: bit.ly/info-23
In light of the one-year anniversary of the tragedy at Uvalde Elementary, we hope we can come together and do just one thing to help prevent deaths from mass shootings and save lives. Check out our newest Patti’s POV—Saving Lives: Just One Thing: https://www.peaceoverviolence.org/pattis-pov/saving-lives-just-one-thing
As an organization allied with the LGBTQ+ community and with staff and volunteers who are part of this community, POV stands with the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and is encouraged that the Dodger’s changed their decision to exclude them from Dodger’s LA Pride night. Exclusion adds to the discriminatory and hateful atmosphere that is being cultivated across the United States.
Congrats to Megan Thee Stallion on your ELLE Magazine (US) cover, and thanks for the signed copy Roc Nation! Megan, your bravery in speaking up about your experience with violence and trauma is inspiring and we commend your resilience and perseverance. We were honored to offer support during the trial and continue to follow you and support your healing journey. “I’m choosing to change the narrative because I’m more than just my trauma.” - Megan Thee Stallion
Join our FREE webinars on Emotional Regulation to improve wellbeing and relationships! You can join one or more! Register bit.ly/ER-WEBINAR
This webinar is FREE!!!
Thank you for continuing to offer such important and accessible resources to survivors 💜
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Need some help with emotional regulation for improved wellbeing + relationships? We are offering a series of FREE webinars on Zoom–Emotional Regulation After Relational Trauma–as part of Mental Health Awareness Month. Register at link in bio!
May 24, 4:30-5:30 p.m. PT - Dealing with the Inner Critic
May 25, 4:30-5:30 p.m. PT - Setting Boundaries with Difficult People
May 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m. PT - Communicating Effectively
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Today is Denim Day! Wear your jeans to protest violence. Why do wear denim? Let us know in the comments 💙👖 #DenimDay #SAAM #NoExcuse
@betterhere on TikTok started this creative trend, and it’s taking off. Wear jeans with a purpose on 4/27 💙👖 #DidISayYes #NoExcuse #DenimDay #SAAM
The history of Denim Day. We are on TikTok! Visit the link in our bio to view our profile and follow us. #SAAM #DenimDay #NoExcuse
We want to hear from you! As part of our 50th anniversary celebration, we have a new feature on the 50th anniversary page on our website which allows us to record and share video messages. We’re hoping you will participate and share an anniversary message, any special memory or story about POV, or answer the question “after 50 years, where do we go from here”? You can record your video at the link in our bio.
for 49 years, we’ve helped folks build brave spaces within themselves. now, you can help us build ours. wherever you find yourself Peace Over Violence is there for you to continue to support folks as we build a space to grow. be brave with us.
We are launching a brand new online series “Still I Rise” on Instagram beginning Tuesday, August 25th at 6pm PST where we will center conversations on Black women and femme survivors, their needs, and their healing. Follow us on instagram to learn more! IG: @peaceovrviolnce
May our collective strength and resilience prevail through this critical time we’re facing as peoples globally. May our dreams of freedom continue to heal and move us closer toward the world we are imagining and building together. Wherever we are—on the streets, at home, or at work—may we continue to manifest and protest against oppression & violence. For you. For me. For us all. For the ones that have yet to come. And those that are no longer with us. #8M #9M
Last night we sat down with #LosAngelesTimes journalists Nicole Santa Cruz & Iris Lee for an in-depth conversation on the prevalence of domestic violence and its root cause and prevention efforts in Los Angeles. Thank you to everyone who joined us and to Mala Muñoz of Locatora Radio for moderating.
This Mother's Day, consider making a donation for the mothers and survivors in your life who are healing generations of trauma. Visit bit.ly/mamas19 We respect and honor all the mamas out there... all the mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, stepmothers, fathers acting as mothers, mothers-to-be, mothers we miss, mothers with children in their hearts, mothers by birth and mothers by love. In solidarity with you, we remain committed to building a world without violence. We give thanks for your wisdom, strength and love - today and always. In honor of Mother’s Day, we also celebrate the survivors who are healing not only their trauma, but generations of trauma. We see you, we hear you, we support you. -Peace Over Violence
20 years ago we began our #DenimDay campaign right here in the City of Angels. We couldn't be more proud to see such an amazing turnout this morning at our Rally + Press Conference and such high numbers of participants who registered for #DenimDay in their communities all over the world. Thank you to everyone including Mayor Eric Garcetti, Nury Martinez, Danah J Cleaton, Monique Coleman (and so many more) and to our incredibly passionate and committed volunteers, supporters, friends and family. Here's how we kicked off #DenimDay in #LosAngeles today at #CityHall in #DTLA.
Denim Day is turning 20! On April 24th - just three short months away - #PeaceOverViolence will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Denim Day, the longest running sexual violence prevention and education campaign. Stay tuned for the updated 2019 #DenimDay Action Kit as well as some fun new items on our shop!
Support how POV has adapted to the needs of survivors and the community. Visit peaceoverviolence.org/donate and make your gift. We have evolved with the times, from our 24/7 LA Rape and Battering Hotline to the 24/7 Off Limits Sexual Harassment Hotline provided to all riders on the LA Metro. We listen, believe, support, advocate, show up and follow up.
After watching, "What doesn't kill me - documentary film," Director of Prevention and Policy, Melodie, talks about what actions we can take. We all need to be talking about domestic violence and the impact it has, who it victimizes and who grows up witnessing it.
We had a wonderful time when @_moniquecoleman stopped by @peaceovrviolnce with @danahcleaton to talk about #DenimDay, and healing from the impact of sexual and domestic violence. Watch on @discoverylifechannel! ・・・ #Repost @gimmemotalk ・・・ #GimmeMo explores how the #MeToo movement has impacted young people and a visit to @peaceovrviolnce gives us insight into what we can do to support victims of sexual assault and get involved in important campaigns. #GimmeMoSzn2 #DiscoveryLife
Have you purchased your ticket for An Evening Over Violence? The night is approaching and space is filling up! Visit peaceoverviolence.org/evening to support this celebration of your commitment to building a world without violence! . . . #eveningoverviolence #peaceoverviolence #nomadlosangeles
Happy Birthday Los Angeles! This is of one of our favorite days spent in this beautiful city, Denim Day in Los Angeles ❤ Video by: Jessie Penprase Voice: Mayor Eric Garcetti
Save the date and stay tuned, friends. October 11th, we're celebrating An Evening Over Violence, honoring inspiring individuals in the movement to end sexual and domestic violence! . . . #peaceoverviolence #violenceprevention #intervention #leaders #voices #awareness
#repost @youthoverviolence “A child...will often put their mother on a pedestal....” Come hear the rest of Natali's poem, as well as witness the rest of the projects created by the youth, THIS Saturday at the Youth Leadership Institute Graduation. Saturday, August 4, 2018 10AM to 12PM Central City Neighborhood Partners For more info and to RSVP, visit https://www.peaceoverviolence.org/coming-up/yov2018
TONIGHT! ART IN THE PARK! From an audio tunnel to voguing to group scream to 3 generations of women warriors demonstrating self-defense techniques. Are you ready? — Ain’t I A Womxn? A Genders Promenade. July 28th. 8pm-11pm | FREE! RSVP at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aint-i-a-womxn-a-genders-promenade-tickets-47202979382. | freewaves.org See you soon! ・・・
For all of the variations of fathers and fatherhood...thank you! You can support violence prevention services at Peace Over Violence in honor of a father, or father figure you'd like to appreciate, at bit.ly/papas18 . . . #fathersday #fatherhood #fatherfigure #violenceprevention #peaceoverviolence #donate #support
See you today in Hermosa Beach as we join over 50 tattoo shops and tatto artists world wide for Still Not Asking for It Flash Event. This project aims to support awareness, prevention & recovery from sexual assault and rape by fundraising for organizations which work in sexual violence prevention and healing. We are so excited to partner with Third Street Tattoo. 100% of proceeds will benefit POV. Bring a friend who would like to come! Not in the Los Angeles area? Visit https://www.stillnotaskingforit.gives for a participating tattoo shop near you... Again, this is TODAY starting at 11am! Still Not Asking For It Flash Tattoo Benefit Sale Third Street Tattoo 331 Pacific Coast Highway Hermosa Beach, CA, 90254 United States
Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers, grandmothers, godmothers, stepmothers, fathers acting as mothers, mothers-to-be, mothers we miss, mothers with children in their hearts, mothers by birth and mothers by love. Would you like to honor a mother in your life? Consider supporting healing services for survivors by making a gift their honor https://app.mobilecause.com/f/1ut8/n #mothersday #mamasday
In solidarity with you, we remain committed to building a world without violence, a world where mothers are supported and nurtured to raise our children with dignity. Consider supporting healing services for survivors by making a gift in honor of a mother in your life. http://igfn.us/f/1ut8/n #mothersday #mamasday
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