According to a National Violence Against Women Survey, 22% of women are physically assaulted by their spouse, partner or a family member during their lifetime. In the U.S. there are nearly 5.3 million partner victimizations each year among women ages 18 and older, resulting in 2 million injuries and 1,300 deaths.Nearly 25% of women have been raped and/or physically assaulted by an intimate partner during their lives. That means that approximately 1 in 4 woman will at some point become a victim of a physical and/or sexual crime. It is estimated that 15.4% of gay men, 11.4% of lesbians and 7.7% of heterosexual men will be assaulted by a date or intimate partner during their lives.More than 1 million women and 371,000 men are stalked by partners each year.
Domestic Violence is a crime that does not discriminate based on race, religion, economic status, sexual orientation or age. Any one and every one can be effected. Chances are that you or someone you know is a victim, but do not fear. Help is out there. Call our 24 hour hotline for more information about what resources may be available to you and your family.
All calls are kept strictly confidential
24 Hour Hotline: (631) 395-1800
BRIGHTER TOMORROWS,
INCORPORATED
BREAKING THE CHAIN OF VIOLENCE
If you are a victim of domestic violence we can help.
24 Hour Hotline:631.395.1800
BRIGHTER TOMORROWS INCORPORATED is dedicated to breaking the chain of violence by providing an array of free supportive services to victims of domestic violence and by helping to raise awareness through education and outreach efforts..
