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Domestic Violence: Educating First Responders
Domestic Violence: Educating First Responders
By Jim Schmidt
I joined the fire service for a greater sense of purpose in life, to belong to something impactful, and, more importantly, to help those in need when they are most vulnerable.
Throughout my career (and like many first responders), I have responded to some of the most tragic and unimaginable calls for help.
You are exposed to vicarious trauma each day but push on to continue to serve for the greater good. I personally felt I was protected by an unseen coat of armor that could shield me from the most horrific scenes and tragic experiences.
Purple on the Plaza
Purple on the Plaza, a ceremony and vigil in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, on Monday, October 6, 6pm to 7pm..
Father of Gabby Petito backs domestic violence bill in Albany
Joseph Petito, a founder of the Gabby Petito Foundation, joined Sen. Lea Webb, Assemblymember Sarah Clark and others Wednesday in calling for passage of legislation that would require law enforcement officials to include a lethality assessment in standard domestic incident reports.
Long Islanders hit the green to support cause close to loved ones of Gabby Petito
Hundreds of Long Islanders played a round of golf on Friday - 18 holes all to support a good cause.
Gabby Petito’s loved ones gathered for the second annual “Touch the world, change the world” golf outing.
Gabby Petito Foundation, Nassau County officials raise domestic violence awareness
Nassau County domestic violence safe center in has shut down. Nassau County is currently looking for new partners to run the safe center and make it better. Blakeman stressed that the county already has the toughest laws on the books to fight domestic violence.
The Gabby Petito Foundation, together with Looped Solutions™ Announces new Alliance To Prevent Domestic Violence, Educate Communities, and Help Find The Missing
For Immediate Release
Gabby Petito Foundation & Looped Solutions™ Launch Gabby Petito Alliance to Prevent Domestic Abuse & Support Missing Persons
Uniting for the Missing: Gabby Petito Foundation Partners with Light the Way
Uniting for the Missing: Gabby Petito Foundation Partners with Light the Way "Together, we're building a national network to expand services, strengthen advocacy, and drive education and policy change for missing persons."
Netflix Documentary
Gabby Petito’s family takes part in a new Netflix three-part series that highlights Gabby’s vibrant life and the heartbreaking aftermath of her tragic loss.
Gabby Petito’s Mom, Stepmom in Oregon Work Together to Advocate for Victims’ Rights
On September 18, 2024, at the National Crime Victim Bar Association Conference in Portland, Oregon, Gabby Petito’s mother and stepmother joined Derrica Wilson, co-founder and CEO of the Black and Missing Foundation (BAMFI), for a powerful panel discussion.
Safe Project’s Brunch and Bubble Event
The Gabby Petito Foundation traveled to Laramie, Wyoming, to promote awareness of domestic violence at the Safe Project's Annual Brunch and Bubbly event.
1st Annual “Touch the World, Change the World Golf Outing”
The Gabby Petito Foundation hosted its first annual golf outing and it was a huge success.
Gabby Petito Act passed in Florida
The Gabby Petito Act is a Florida law that requires law enforcement to assess the risk of domestic violence victims. The law was passed in 2024 and signed into law. It's intended to protect victims of domestic violence.
Supporting the mission of Black and Missing Foundation
Supporting the mission of Black and Missing Foundation
Billy’s Law or Help Find the Missing Act
The "Help Find the Missing Act", backed by Petito's parents, was signed into law by President Biden December 27, 2022.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes®
On September 30th, Safespace held their annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes event, a dramatic opportunity to raise awareness in your community about the serious causes, effects, and remediations to men's sexualized violence.
Hope Can’t Wait Campaign
HOPE CAN'T WAIT CAMPAIGN
And our partnership with the National Domestic Violence Hotline
Gabby Petito Foundation donation helps SafeSpace expand from Martin to Indian River
A national organization Monday announced its plans to partner with an area nonprofit to combat domestic violence.