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For The Abused
First, If you are being abused
Remember, You are not alone, It is not your fault, and Help is available
You have the right to be free of violence, to be happy, you are beautiful and you do have worth!
Seek support from family, friends, doctors and community legal centers, Seek protection from the police and the legal system.
Family and friends can provide moral, financial support and a safe place to go to when your partner is violent,they can also keep any evidence of assault such as torn clothing. Research indicates that victims were twice as likely to seek protection with tangible, material and social support from family and friends. Your family doctor can provide advice; support and documentary evidence for future reference should you need to go to court.
Police can be called for protection if you have immediate concerns for your safety or if a criminal offence is involved, they can sign an application for an restraining order. Ask them to collect evidence and arrange for photographs to be taken.
Protection orders are readily available to those who fear future violence, regardless of the nature of their relationship with the person they fear. You can obtain a protection order against a perpetrator if they have threatened to or have assaulted, harassed, molested you or caused damage to your property and are likely to repeat this behaviour. You don't have to live with your partner to seek help or to obtain a protection order.
My restraining order is for LIFE!!
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