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Even without violence, it can be abuse
February 6, 2010 - After surviving an abusive marriage and devastating subsequent depression, she
rebuilt her life, took the name Wambui Bahati , the Swahili first name meaning "singer of songs'' and
the second "my fortune is good."
N.J. Assemblyman pushes for tougher 'attempted' domestic violence laws
January 20, 2010 - Assemblyman Reed Gusciora (D-Mercer) said he will be pursuing legislation that
improves domestic violence laws after a state court this week held that individuals convicted of
“attempted” crimes are not required to pay domestic violence surcharges...
N.J. domestic violence victims' rights handbook to be published in Spanish
September 22, 2009 - Spanish-speaking victims of domestic violence don’t need a translator to tell
them they’ve been hurt. But they often need one to tell them they have legal rights.
Seeing domestic violence does damage to children
September 11, 2009 - Sixteen lives have come to violent ends in Trenton so far this year, and nearly
half of the deaths are a result of the scourge of domestic violence. There's no one reason for
domestic violence, so there are no easy steps that can be taken to prevent future occurrences...
Mother of slain mom also faced domestic violence
Vivian Mitchell references domestic violence by thinking back in her life. A journey to the past could
be as far back as 1970, when Mitchell suffered through an abusive relation, or just several weeks
ago, when her 29-year-old daughter, Cassandra Renee Mitchell, died a victim of domestic violence.
2NDFLOOR is a place to reach out for help
July 9, 2009 - Everday, young people throughout New Jersey are facing difficult, sometimes life-
threatening situations. They feel alienated from their friends or family, trapped in self-destructive
behavior, or they need vital information about physical or mental health, dating, sexuality, peer
pressure and substance abuse...
Slain student's family focuses on her mission
July 6, 2009 - Robert Silverstein knows off the top of his head how many days it's been since his
daughter Emily, a Gettysburg College student, was killed. Sunday was 87...
"Mary Kay's Truth About Abuse" Survey Links Economic Downturn to National Increase in Domestic
Violence
May 12, 2009 - Mary Kay released results from “Mary Kay’s Truth About Abuse” survey of domestic
violence shelters across the country. The findings reveal an alarming trend: three out of four
domestic violence shelters report an increase in women seeking assistance from abuse...
Children Exposed to Domestic Violence Have a Negative Effect on the Behavior and Academic
Achievement of Classroom Peers, Study Finds
May 12, 2009 - Children exposed to domestic violence not only have more disciplinary problems at
school, they perform considerably worse in math and reading than other students...
Foundations weigh in on policy
April 9, 2009 - As the recession rages on, a membership group of more than 2,100 funders has
published a legislative agenda that aims to boost charitable giving.
National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, 2009 Proclamation
April 8, 2009 - Sexual assault scars the lives of millions in the United States. To increase awareness
about this issue, prevent future crimes, and aid victims, this month we mark National Sexual Assault
Awareness Month.
Senate keeps charitable deductions
April 4, 2009 - The Senate on Thursday voted unanimously to preserve the full charitable-giving
deduction in the tax code...
Report: Most states lag with dating-violence laws
March 24, 2009 - Only a handful of states have responded to teen dating violence with laws enabling
the youthful victims to obtain protection orders on equal terms with adults, an advocacy group says in
a new national survey.
Majority of stimulus for N.J. will go for transportation projects
March 12, 2009 - Cabinet members... outline how almost $2 billion in federal stimulus money would
be spent in New Jersey. The lion's share of the money -- $1.05 billion -- will be allotted for state
transportation projects, including $469 million for state roads and highways and $424 million for
mass transit.
President Obama Announces White House Council on Women and Girls
March 11, 2009 - The mission of the Council will be to provide a coordinated federal response to the
challenges confronted by women and girls and to ensure that all Cabinet and Cabinet-level
agencies consider how their policies and programs impact women and families.
Understanding New Jersey's Safe Housing Act
March 10, 2009 - The new law allows victims of domestic violence to terminate their leases under
New Jersey's "Safe Housing Act." Enacted in October of 2008, victims of alleged domestic violence
will be able to terminate their leases upon thirty days written notice to the landlord.
SAFE in the News
Raritan Township Brownies help Safe In Hunterdon
February 23, 2010 - SAFE AND WARM — Brownie Troop 94 of Raritan Township hand-tied these
fleece blankets for the children of Safe In Hunterdon clients...
Martin Luther King service day in Hunterdon was a great experience
January 30, 2010 - To the Editor: Dr. Martin Luther King believed that through nonviolence and
service to others, our nation could overcome problems such as hunger, homelessness, prejudice
and discrimination...
Flemington Encompass Insurance Agent Honored for Volunteerism
January 21, 2010 – Jarrett Farrell from Raritan Valley Insurance Services, Inc. received the Agency
Hands in the Community grant award for his commitment to volunteering in the community, which
was awarded to SAFE in Hunterdon...
SAFE in Hunterdon Receives Part of $3 Million Nationwide Grant from The Mary Kay Foundation
December 18, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon has been chosen to receive a $20,000 grant from The Mary
Kay Foundation as part of the organization’s annual $3 million national domestic violence grant
program. SAFE is one of 150 domestic violence organizations participating in the program...
SAFE in Hunterdon Invites Community to Bring Light to Hunterdon County
December 1, 2009 - SAFE is again participating in the statewide Communities of Light: Peace
Begins at Home program. Communities of Light is an annual public awareness campaign and
fundraiser that brings multiple NJ counties together...
Area Bank Invests in SAFE in Hunterdon
November 4, 2009 - Since first coming to the area earlier this year, Investors Savings Bank has
consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting victims and survivors of domestic and
sexual abuse...
Comic Fusion Plans Wonder Woman Day for SAFE in Hunterdon
October 19, 2009 - Comic Fusion invites the community to come out for Superhero Weekend on
Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th. Sunday is Wonder Woman Day, and Comic
Fusion will be hosting a special charity auction to benefit SAFE in Hunterdon...
Roman Jewelers Donates Timepieces for “An Evening of Awareness”
October 13, 2009 – Roman Jewelers is proud to donate “his and hers” TAG Heuer watches, valued
at $3000, for “An Evening of Awareness.” Continuing a tradition of giving, Roman Jewelers again
delivers items of exceptional quality for SAFE’s exclusive raffle.
SAFE in Hunterdon Invites Community to Clothesline Project Exhibit and Candlelight Vigil
October 5, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time of
reflection and remembrance of those who have died as a result of this type of violence. It is also
when organizations across the country renew their dedication to survivors...
Local Events Planned to Support SAFE in Hunterdon
September 21, 2009 - A variety of area events are planned to raise awareness and funding dollars
for SAFE in Hunterdon, including a cut-a-thon, local businesses’ grand openings, and a dance
studio benefit...
SAFE in Hunterdon celebrates 10th anniversary
September 6, 2009 - Ten years ago, in August 1999, SAFE opened the doors of Transitional House
—- a safe, long-term housing facility for survivors of domestic abuse and their families, where they
can be protected while easing back into independent living...
SAFE in Hunterdon Celebrates Transitional House Ten-Year Anniversary
August 20, 2009 - SAFE is proud to announce that its Transitional House reached a milestone this
month. On August 18th, 1999, the Transitional House officially opened its doors as a safe, long-term
housing facility for survivors of domestic abuse and their families.
Couples line up for wedding competition in Bridgewater
August 17, 2009 - When Bianca Ruffin came to Bridgewater Commons to compete for a luxury
wedding on Saturday, she was unlike all of the other future brides who auditioned. She didn't come
with her fiance. He was thousands of miles away, on his second tour in Iraq...
See Patriots baseball game, fireworks, and help SAFE in Hunterdon
Huntington Learning Centers will sponsor its "Night at the Ballpark," a fundraiser and awareness
initiative for Safe in Hunterdon, the Hunterdon agency that assists women suffering from domestic
and sexual abuse.
Huntington Learning Centers Hosts SAFE in Hunterdon’s Fundraising Night with the Somerset
Patriots
August 6, 2009 – SAFE in Hunterdon announces that Huntington Learning Centers will sponsor its
“Night at the Ballpark,” an evening aimed at raising funds and awareness for SAFE...
Destinations Launches Lunch Crunch Workout to Benefit SAFE in Hunterdon
July 29, 2009 - Destinations and SAFE invite you to try a risk-free workout any time from now until the
end of September, and all proceeds from your trial visit will be donated to SAFE in Hunterdon, the
local domestic and sexual abuse agency...
Flemington gym campaign is fundraiser for anti-domestic violence group
July 19, 2009 - Destinations Personal Fitness Coaching is launching a new 30-minute "Lunch
Crunch" personal training workout on weekday lunch hours...
Donate old electronics for SAFE in Hunterdon
July 15, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon is launching two new fundraising campaigns that leverage
technology to provide convenient ways for donors to contribute...
Hunterdon County Polytech murals adorn SAFE teen room
July 7, 2009 - If the walls could talk at SAFE in Hunterdon's new teen room at 47 E. Main St., they
would say that art can influence behavior. Polytech high school commercial arts and advertising
students created murals for display there as part of an educational multi-media initiative titled "Teen
Media Literacy."
Nonprofit begins campaigns aiming to help abuse victims
July 7, 2009 - A nonprofit group has developed two new campaigns using technology toward their
mission to provide safety to victims and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse...
SAFE in Hunterdon Is A Group Effort
June 28, 2009 - To the Editor: For over 30 years, SAFE in Hunterdon has been working to make
Hunterdon County a safer place to live, serving thousands of individuals who have been traumatized
by domestic and sexual abuse. During these tough economic times, it's more critical than ever that
we provide services and programs to families in our county....
SAFE in Hunterdon Hopes to Boost Giving with Tech Appeal
June 25, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon announces the launch of two new fundraising campaigns that
leverage technology to deliver unique, convenient ways for donors to give...
SAFE in Hunterdon Announces “An Evening of Awareness”
June 1, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon will host “An Evening of Awareness,” an elegant evening honoring
Joe and Jeannie Colalillo, on Thursday, October 29, at Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club in Bedminster...
The Express-Times: SAFE in Hunterdon to offer new therapy groups to foster healthy community
May 27, 2009- SAFE in Hunterdon is launching new therapy groups to offer the community
information on healthy relationships and ways to effectively handle stress.
SAFE Lends Support to the Community
May 26, 2009- New support groups at local domestic violence and sexual assault agency address
the needs of individuals and their families...
Hunterdon's SAFE For Teens Gets Aid From McDonald Fund
May 25, 2009 - Ronald McDonald House Charities of the New York Tri-State Area has awarded
$9,000 to SAFE in Hunterdon for its SAFE for Teens program.
USA Today: SAFE in Hunterdon receives grant
SAFE in Hunterdon empowers teens to live violence-free lives...
Ronald McDonald House Charities® of the New York Tri-State Area Awards $9,000 to SAFE in
Hunterdon
May 14, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon is able to empower more teens to live enriched lives free from
violence, thanks to RMHC...
SAFE in Hunterdon Announces 2009 Golf Outing
May 7, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon will be holding its third golf outing on June 30th, 2009 at Copper
Hill Country Club. A Helping Hands, Healing Hearts event, SAFE in Hunterdon’s Golf Outing will raise
funds for the agency’s critical programs and services...
Break the Dress Code to Break the Silence
April 21, 2009 - Join SAFE in Hunterdon and your community—wear jeans to work to raise
awareness and take a stand against sexual assault...
Central Jersey agencies serving abuse, assault victims among groups awarded $2.1M in grants
April 1, 2009 - Local agencies that advocate for abused and neglected children or women affected by
domestic violence and sexual assault are among the recipients of federal grant money totaling
nearly $2.1 million...
Hawk Pointe Foundation awards $40,000 in grants
March 21, 2009 - The Hawk Pointe Foundation awarded more than $40,000 to 17 Hunterdon and
Warren charities at a "Celebration of Community" dinner...
Safe in Hunterdon Receives Donation From Warren County-Based Hawk Pointe Foundation
March 20, 2009 - Hawk Pointe Foundation, represented by Richard Cotton, gives $7,500 to Kimberly
Spangenberg of Safe in Hunterdon...
Networking Bash In Raritan Will Aid Two Causes
March 14, 2009 - A Cabin Fever/Networking Party will be held on Thursday, March 19 from 6 to 8 p.m.
in the lobby of the Hampton Inn between Route 202 and Royal Road.
Hunterdon Brings Light to Darkness: Recognizing the Domestic Violence Issue
February 10, 2009 - SAFE in Hunterdon teams with local communities in a show of silent support for
victims and survivors of family violence
SAFE in Hunterdon Welcomes New Team Member
February 10, 2009 - To continue its efforts in increasing community awareness and funding for
programs that support victims and survivors.

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