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domestic violence
U.S. Supreme Court toughens gun ban for domestic violence
Jewish Journal
June 27, 2016
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday expanded the types of domestic violence convictions that can trigger the loss of gun ownership rights in a ruling issued amid fierce debate about reducing firearms violence in America.
Obama’s action not enough to end gun violence in the home
Jewish Journal
January 12, 2016
In the well-known story from the opening chapters of Genesis, we read the sparse narrative of an intimate relationship that turns violent.
Audit leads Jewish Community Foundation, Ron Galperin to advocate for abuse prevention
Ryan Torok
December 9, 2015
A Jewish elected city official and a Jewish organization are advocating prevention of domestic violence and abuse in Los Angeles.
The only safe place for battered Orthodox Jewish women in Israel
Jewish Journal
October 22, 2015
Twenty years ago, when Noach Korman was starting out as a rabbinic lawyer in Jerusalem, a young woman pushing a baby in a stroller entered his office.
Latest domestic violence fatality triggers protests in Lebanon
Jewish Journal
May 26, 2015
Calls for additional legislation to protect women after recent domestic violence fatality.
‘Shamor L’Amour’ guide seeks to foster healthy romantic relationships
Jewish Journal
February 13, 2015
Talking about domestic violence may not seem like the most romantic way to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
With Esther’s voice, fighting violence against women
Jewish Journal
March 5, 2014
On Mar. 8, we celebrate International Women’s Day, a day intended to celebrate the economic and social advances made by women, while at the same time drawing attention to areas that still need action. It is striking that this year the day falls so close to Purim.
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