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Hello Friend,
In 2025, we’ve weathered our fair share of storms. Survivors are facing economic uncertainty, housing instability, and the loss of programs and services that are often necessary to their survival. Services like those provided at POV–from housing and legal assistance and trauma counseling–are shrinking rapidly.
And yet, even in a difficult year, we’ve found a lot to be grateful for. Community partners have stepped up to amplify the need for survivor-centered services. Our first-ever Lunch Over Violence event brought people together for an honest, energizing conversation about navigating modern relationships. And we’ve seen a growing number of young people engaging in prevention programs and speaking out about consent, healthy boundaries, and respect.
To those who have stuck by us through the hard times, the harder times, and the times of triumph and progress–thank you. Your support means more than you know–not just to our advocates, staff, and volunteers at POV, but also to the survivors who know that they can rely on us for compassionate support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, since 1971. |
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November is…
Native American Heritage MonthIs celebrated in November to honor the history, culture, and contributions of America's First Peoples.
Transgender Awareness Week (Nov 13–19)Trans Awareness Week raises visibility for transgender and gender non-conforming people and addresses issues they face, such as discrimination and violence
Transgender Day of Remembrance (Nov 20)An annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of transgender and gender-diverse people who have been killed due to anti-transgender violence
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (Nov 25)A global day to raise awareness and take action against gender-based violence. |
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Giving Tuesday is next week!
This year, we’re excited to launch our year-end campaign — Action Sparks Change — on Giving Tuesday. Your support powers crisis response, survivor advocacy, prevention education, and community healing.
As you plan your end-of-year donations, we invite you to keep Peace Over Violence in mind. Together, we can spark real change. |
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Become a volunteer!
Be the spark that shifts a story. When you volunteer with Peace Over Violence, you help turn courage into action and action into lasting change.
A new round of Counselor Advocate Training starts DAY. POV has been supporting and advocating survivors for over 50 years. Become a part of that legacy by joining our hybrid volunteer training opportunity.
“Counselor Advocate Training—CAT—is a community healing experience. We learn how to offer real-life support to survivors during their hardest moments, but the training also gives us the opportunity to bond with each other and heal as a community.”
Once you complete CAT, you’ll join the dedicated volunteers who power our 24-hour crisis hotline—stepping into the frontline of support in a generational movement for safety, dignity, and justice. |
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Hotline for holiday time
During the holidays, moments that are supposed to feel warm and connected can also bring stress, isolation, or heightened tensions for many people. Support shouldn’t disappear just because the calendar says it’s a special time of year. That’s why it’s essential for hotlines to remain open and accessible, offering safety, understanding, and immediate help whenever someone needs it. Peace Over Violence is here 24/7 — including nights, weekends, and every holiday — to ensure that no one has to face crisis or fear alone.
“Answering the hotline has been one of the most meaningful things I’ve ever done. Every call is different, but what stays the same is how much it matters to just show up for someone. Sometimes I help a caller make a plan, sometimes I just listen—both are important. Being that steady voice on the line reminds me why I volunteer: people deserve to feel heard and supported, and I’m glad I can offer that.”
— Hotline Volunteer
24/7 LA RAPE & BATTERING HOTLINE
626.793.3385
310.392.8381
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Celebrating POV Staff!
Peggie Reyna (Left)Director of Deaf, Disabled, and Elder Services
On her recognition from the Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Council for her incredible work with the POV Deaf and Disabled Services Program and her decades of service advancing accessibility and equity for our community.
Claudia Mosquera (Right)Domestic Violence Specialist-Hollywood DART On being honored by the Los Angeles Mayor’s Office of Public Safety for her outstanding service and commitment to victims of domestic violence. |
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A commitment to inclusion through accessibility
For 3+ years now Peace Over Violence has invested in Recite Me, an accessibility tool for our website. In our commitment to making our resources as inclusive as possible, this toolbar allows visitors to our site to customize their experience in the way that works the best for them, providing language and accessibility support in real time.
Being able to offer this support is essential for over 25% of the population who may encounter barriers when exploring websites due to having a disability, learning difficulty, visual impairment, or if they speak English as a second language.
To ensure all our website visitors can access information and services barrier-free, everyone can now customize their experience through a range of tools. You can activate these tools by clicking the accessibly icon located in the bottom right hand corner of every page on our Peace Over Violence and Denim Day websites. We’ve also added a page that provides more details about the specific tools available. |
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The toolbar allows visitors to choose from a range of features including translation into over 100 languages, text-to-speech functionality, reading aids, and styling options. This includes adjustments to color, font type, and size.
Providing an inclusive experience online is important to us and we are committed to ensuring we help everyone to view our content and access our services in a way that works best for them.
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by Rachel Uranga for Los Angeles Times
Carmen’s abusive husband came home drunk one night last summer. He pounded and kicked the door. He threatened to kill her as her young son watched in horror. She called police, eventually obtaining a restraining order. Months later he returned and beat her again. Police came again and he was eventually deported. |
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by Elyse Wild for Native News Online
Melissa Skeet recounted the night she fled into the dark, wooded hill behind her apartment in Flagstaff, Arizona. |
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by Virginia Roberts Giuffre
The unforgettable memoir by the late Virginia Roberts Giuffre, the woman who dared to take on Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. |
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Connect with us and join the conversation on social media
Follow us on our platforms to stay updated on our work and engage with our community. |
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1541 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90017
213.955.9090 office
213.955.9093 fax
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892 N Fair Oaks Ave, Suite D
Pasadena, CA 91103
626.584.6191 office
626.584.6193 fax
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