On AlterNet: domestic violence

Stories, blog posts, and videos tagged as "domestic violence"

An Unlikely Journey: How a Man From the Conservative Bible Belt Is Fighting Violence Against the World's Women and Girls

Jill Iscol, Jimmie Briggs, AlterNet. November 8, 2011.

In this excerpt from the recently released book "Hearts on Fire," Jimmie Briggs discusses founding the Man Up Campaign, a global initiative to stop violence against women.

Budget Compromise Slashes Funds for Organizations That Help Poor Deal With Predatory Lending, Domestic Violence, Foreclosures

Marian Wang, ProPublica. May 16, 2011.

Providers of civil legal services to the poor are having to furlough their staff, triage their clients, and turn away more people in need.

Chris Brown Needs More Therapy, Less F.A.M.E.

Akiba Solomon, ColorLines. March 28, 2011.

Unpacking the consistent problems with the popular R&B singer.

"Crazy Chicks Are Hot?" 8 Messed-Up Portrayals of Women Going Insane in Film

Julianne Escobedo Shepherd, AlterNet. February 6, 2011.

On the cusp of Black Swan's sure wins, we look at the misogyny that drives the meme of the insane beauty.

Sarah Palin's Brand of 'Feminism' More Popular With Men Than Women

Adele M. Stan, AlterNet. November 26, 2010.

Palin peddles a shallow narcissism dressed in 'empowering' feminist language.

'He Got Me Pregnant to Trap Me': How to Help Women Escape Men Who Force Them into Pregnancy

Lynn Harris, AlterNet. September 6, 2010.

Reproductive coercion involves a complex interplay of violence, mental abuse, pregnancy and sexual assault -- fortunately, simple front-line intervention can make a difference.

"I'm a Nervous Wreck": Gulf Fishermen's Wives Face Trauma, Domestic Abuse, Economic Insecurity

Mac McClelland, Mother Jones Online. June 28, 2010.

The wives of the men whose livelihoods have likely been destroyed by the BP spill forever, grapple with an uncertain future and air their rage.

"My Boyfriend Stole My Birth Control": When Men Force Women to Get Pregnant Against Their Will

Lynn Harris, The Nation. May 28, 2010.

In a study of young women clients at reproductive health clinics, 15 percent say they've experienced birth-control sabotage; 53 percent say they've been subjected to violence.

How Police Can Protect Immigrant Women

Laura Tillman, Women's Media Center. May 4, 2010.

As the Arizona governor tries to push back criticism of the new immigration law, other Southwest communities concentrate on fighting actual criminal behavior.

Women Are Setting Themselves On Fire In Afghanistan

Jeffrey S. Kaye, TruthOut.org. January 19, 2010.

According to a new report, "self-immolation is being used by increasing numbers of Afghan women to escape their dire circumstances."

'Hit the Bitch': Domestic Violence PSA Goes Very, Very Wrong

Tana Ganeva, AlterNet AlterNet: Reproductive Justice and Gender. November 17, 2009.

Horrifying.

Really Sick: If Your Partner Beats You, Insurance Companies Don't Have to Give You Coverage

Jenny Gold, Kaiser Health News. October 13, 2009.

Domestic abuse victims are twice-abused when insurance companies refuse them coverage.

Wife-Beating As a Pre-Existing Condition

Adele Stan, AlterNet AlterNet: Reproductive Justice and Gender. September 15, 2009.

In eight states, Ryan Grim reports, getting beaten up by your spouse is a pre-existing condition.

Chris Brown's Sentencing for Beating Rihanna: Let's Focus on What Really Matters

Jaclyn Friedman, AlterNet. August 6, 2009.

Did the court let Brown off too easy for beating girlfriend Rihanna? The author says that's the wrong question.

Chris Brown Issues Infuriating, Self-Serving Apology

Tana Ganeva, AlterNet AlterNet: Reproductive Justice and Gender. July 20, 2009.

Isn't beating up women one of those things where an "I'm sorry, I'll never do it again" doesn't make everything OK?

White House Focuses on Violence Against Women

Susan Loubet, DELETED. July 13, 2009.

White House advisor on issues of domestic violence and sexual assault starts today. It's about time.

Men, Take a Stand Against Domestic Violence

Rob Okun, AlterNet. June 21, 2009.

For decades women have been doing the heavy lifting to prevent domestic violence. More men need to join. Now.

I Know What Rape Really Looks Like; How Can the Media Glamorize It?

Charlotte Hilton Andersen, Huffington Post. June 17, 2009.

Rape is vicious, cruel, painful and damaging. I shouldn't have to explain this to you. But from the way our media treats rape, apparently I do.

Hard Times for Women Living on the Edge: Economic Anxieties Send Domestic-Abuse Rates Soaring

Nick Turse, TomDispatch.com. May 11, 2009.

Even in good times, life for poor working women can be an obstacle-filled struggle to get by. In an economic crisis, it can be hell.

Cover Girl or Bad Girl: How the Media Blew the Rihanna Story

Andy Wright, AlterNet. March 24, 2009.

The media frenzy that followed Rihanna's assault was predictably crass and damaging to domestic violence victims.

Rihanna and Domestic Violence: How We Are Messing Up a Teachable Moment

AlterNet Staff, AlterNet. March 19, 2009.

Rihanna's abuse has sparked a national discussion about domestic violence. Unfortunately, most of it is offensive and unproductive.

Like Rihanna, I Returned to an Abuser

Lea Lane, Huffington Post. March 13, 2009.

On average, it takes six attempts before a woman leaves an abusive relationship. How could I have accepted the unacceptable? Judge for yourself.

How NOT to Talk About Domestic Violence

Tana Ganeva, AlterNet AlterNet: PEEK. March 12, 2009.

The media could learn something from this comic about domestic violence.

Domestic Violence: "Why Doesn't She Leave?" Is the Wrong Question to Ask About Rihanna

Amanda Marcotte, Pandagon. March 4, 2009.

Abusers often taunt their victims with just this question, because they grasp the psychological power and the self-esteem erosion behind it.

Rihanna's Privacy Over Public Exposure

Smita Satiani, Brave New Films AlterNet: Sex and Relationships. February 27, 2009.

The shameful role of the media in this case of domestic violence.