If you’ve recently left an abusive relationship, you’ve already taken one of the most important steps of the process — leaving. The abuse you experienced was not your fault, and there is never a reason for abuse. Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.
Learning how to heal and take care of yourself after an abusive relationship can help you navigate what comes next.
Read MoreAsian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a time to recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the US. In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage, Journey Center honors AAPI activists who have impacted the gender-based violence movement.
These are just a few of the influential voices who have made history as part of the anti-violence movement. Journey Center is grateful to these, and many other, AAPI activists for leading the way.
Read MoreAsian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month is a time to recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the US. In honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage, Journey Center honors AAPI activists who have impacted the gender-based violence movement.
These are just a few of the influential voices who have made history as part of the anti-violence movement. Journey Center is grateful to these, and many other, AAPI activists for leading the way.
Read MoreWomen’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture, and society held annually in March. This years theme is: “Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories”, recognizing women, past and present, who have been active in all forms of media and storytelling.
Read MoreBlack History Month is a time to celebrate and honor the achievements of Black Americans and their central role in U.S. history. In honor of Black History Month, Journey Center want honors Black activists who have impacted the gender-based violence movement.
These are just a few of the influential Black voices who have made history as part of the anti-violence movement. Journey Center is grateful to these, and many other, Black activists for leading the way.
Read More2023 is here… it’s a new year filled with opportunity to take a stand against domestic violence and child abuse. 2023 is another year to create awareness and let those impacted by abuse know that they are not alone and let our community know that everyone deserves relationships build on love, respect, and safety.
Read MoreJourney Center believes that everyone deserves a safe, healthy relationship- if they want a relationship. We believe that everyone regardless of gender or gender expression, race, culture, and/or sexual orientation is worthy of a safe, healthy relationship. But, what does that mean? What exactly is a healthy relationship? And how do you know if your relationship is healthy or not?
Read MoreWhen you first meet someone and start a relationship being “swept of your feet” can feel fun and exciting; having your partner shower you with love, affection, and affirmation feels good. However, abuse and love bombing, is not fun and are signs that you may be in an unhealthy or abusive relationship.
Read More“Gaslighting” is a term that comes from the 1938 stage play Gas Light that was made into a popular movie in 1944, starring Ingrid Bergman and Charles Boyd; in the play and the film, the husband manipulates his adoring and trusting wife into believing she can no longer trust her own perceptions of reality… he “gaslights” her.
Read MoreThe World Health Organization defines self-care as: “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider.” According to this definition, self-care includes everything related to staying physically healthy — including hygiene, nutrition, and seeking medical care when needed. It’s all the steps an individual can take to manage stressors in their life and take care of their own health and well-being.
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