As wildfires and other natural disasters increase due to our warming climate, so too do risks to domestic violence survivors and others vulnerable to abuse during times of disruption.
Because about 1 in 4 women and nearly 1 in 10 men will experience physical or sexual violence or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime, disaster planning that doesn't listen to the needs of domestic violence survivors can leave a vulnerable population to cope on their own.
Preparing for Wildfires With Evacuation Plans, Emergency Supplies – And Domestic Violence Awareness was first posted on September 12, 2022 at 4:00 am.
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Preparing for Wildfires With Evacuation Plans, Emergency Supplies – And Domestic Violence Awareness was first posted on September 12, 2022 at 4:00 am.
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