Journey to Safety: Evy’s Story
Posted on May 9, 2024As Evy approached the door to JBWS’ Morris Family Justice Center (MFJC), she was filled with fear and doubt. Questions were racing through her mind: “Was she doing the right…
As Evy approached the door to JBWS’ Morris Family Justice Center (MFJC), she was filled with fear and doubt. Questions were racing through her mind: “Was she doing the right…
*Content Warning*: contains descriptions of abuse. “Being in love with someone was always what I wanted,” said Katie. “I dreamed of having a happily ever after family, plenty of children,…
Originally from Colombia, Maria immigrated to the United States in “search of the American dream.” Unfortunately, not long after arriving in the country, Maria began experiencing physical, emotional, and verbal…
Early one summer morning, Monica called JBWS’ 24-Hour Helpline in tears. She was in an abusive relationship with her husband and didn’t know where to turn. She had taken her…
For domestic violence victims, work may feel like a safe haven. But an abusive partner can still sabotage your career and your financial independence, as a means of control. Their…
Jonathan Majors, who was set to play a critical role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, was dropped by Marvel Entertainment after his ex-partner accused Majors of “a pattern of pervasive…
Shopping usually isn’t a transformative experience. However, Maddie Hahn, the Manager of JBWS’ Dating Abuse Prevention Program, had a powerful exchange with two teenagers while perusing the aisles of…
There’s a thin line between verbal and physical abuse. Even if your partner has never been physically violent with you, there’s a chance the abuse will escalate. Would you recognize…
Robin Hughes, the manager of JBWS’ Crisis Response Team (CRT) program, was granted the title of Honorary Chief of Police by the Morris County Police Chiefs Association on Tuesday, December…
The comedian Matt Rife made a joke about domestic violence in the opening moments of his Netflix special titled Natural Selection. He mentions going to a restaurant with a friend…