As part of our commitment to the domestic violence cause, the Avon Foundation has created free publications to help break the cycle of violence.

The Speak Out Against Domestic Violence Resource Brochure offers domestic violence facts, warning signs, safety planning information, resources and more. It is available in English and Spanish -- click the appropriate link to access the printable pdf. Limited supplies of a pocket-size safety planning brochure to share with victims is also available through the Avon Foundation -- inquire at info@avonfoundation.org.

A one page "Question & Answer" flyer titled Domestic Violence: What You Need to Know and How You Can Help includes topics such as defining the different forms of domestic violence, the signs of abuse and ways to help. Click here for a free printable copy.

CONNECT: A Mini-Magazine for Caregivers shares stories, tips and ways to talk to children and youth about violence. The mini-magazine offers regular features including a Parent2Parent advice column, articles on topics such as leaving an abusive husband, questions-and-answers with authors and experts, and interviews with parents and teens. The publication is created by the Family Violence Prevention Fund with support from the Avon Foundation. Click here for your printable copy or visit www.connect-endabuse.org.
 

How to Recognize, Respond to, and Provide Resources to End Domestic Violence
The Avon Foundation is proud to announce the release of the informational CD, How to Recognize, Respond to, and Provide Resources to End Domestic Violence. The CD answers important questions such as:

• If you are concerned that someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, what should you do?
• If someone shares her painful secret of domestic violence, what should you say?
• If you are a victim of domestic violence, where can you turn?

Seven out of ten domestic violence victims tell someone about the abuse they are experiencing. You can be the person who recognizes the signs, responds appropriately and provides resources for help. This new CD will help you learn about domestic violence so you'll feel comfortable talking to someone who might be a victim. The CD is not intended to make you an expert, but it will provide you with basic information, tips and resources. The CD is funded by the Avon Foundation and produced by the National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence. For a free copy of the CD, please e-mail your name, address and telephone number to info@avonfoundation.org and note in the subject line "CD Inquiry".