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Who would have imagined that the primary killer of women in NYC is domestic violence! Even with all the awareness, education, and dedicated community groups, in 2012, 68% of all murders of women in our city were related to domestic violence, up from 54% in 2011. The highest rates of domestic violence are taking place … Read moreYou wont believe the primary killer of women in NYC
A real concern in New York State is domestic violence. New data shows an increase in domestic violence in New York. The Division of Criminal Justice Services reported 54,848 domestic violence victims outside New York City, a 3% increase from 2011. The New York Police Department indicated an increase of 1,500 domestic violence victims from … Read moreDomestic Violence on the Rise: New Legal Protections at Work for Victims of Domestic Violence May be Coming
Today we remember the nearly 3,000 victims of 9/11, their families, and the brave and caring efforts of many individuals, community groups, and others that provided (and continue to) provide assistance. Please note that if you are still dealing with an issue as a result of the 9/11 events, there is still help out there. … Read moreToday we remember you
There’s no doubt that going to court is stressful. There is a lot you have to do to prepare your documents and your thoughts to be ready to appear before a judge. This quick guide will help explain the different steps you will have to take when you go to court. Learn what you need … Read morePreparing for Court in New York
Stop and Frisk is a highly controversial policy maintained by the New York Police Department in an effort to combat illegal handguns on the street in New York City. However, less then .2 percent of stops result in the confiscation of an illegal gun. Essentially stop and frisk involves random stopping, questioning and search of … Read moreDecoding Stop & Frisk
The Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence (OCDV) has teamed up with the Advanced Volunteer Opportunity Network (A.V.O.N.) Mentoring Program to improve the social stature of domestic violence victims. The A.V.O.N. foundation awarded the Mayor’s office with a $95,000 grant to help further enrich the work in the office. The grant is a part of … Read moreMayor's Office Fights Against Domestic Violence
Over the weekend people across the nation were following the verdict of the Trayvon Martin v. Zimmerman case. This weekend was also the screening of the documentary Fruitvale Station so the issues of violence, guns and race were on many peoples minds as protests were held throughout the nation. Regardless of where you fall in your … Read moreWhat does Trayvon Verdict Mean for You