DOMESTIC VIOLENCE NOT THE FAULT OF VICTIM
Why does she stay with him? Why does she let him treat her that way? Why does she put up with it? These are the questions all too often asked of women who are in abusive relationships. But the question we really should be asking is: Why does he treat her this way? READ MORE
Why does she stay with him? Why does she let him treat her that way? Why does she put up with it? These are the questions all too often asked of women who are in abusive relationships. But the question we really should be asking is: Why does he treat her this way? READ MORE
PURPLE TIE TUESDAY
Rep. Flexer speaks briefly about combating domestic violence during Purple Tie Tuesday at the State Capitol. To help engage men in efforts to raise awareness about domestic violence, men are asked to wear purple ties to demonstrate their commitment to ending domestic violence.
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Rep. Flexer speaks briefly about combating domestic violence during Purple Tie Tuesday at the State Capitol. To help engage men in efforts to raise awareness about domestic violence, men are asked to wear purple ties to demonstrate their commitment to ending domestic violence.
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October 12, 2011
THE SOUND OF HOPE: PREVENT, PROTECT, PROSECUTE
House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan addressed the 12th Annual Sound of Hope event in New Haven Oct. 12 memorializing victims of domestic violence. He told the gathering that the legislature has listened to family members in enacting laws designed to prevent abuse, protect victims and their families, and prosecute those who commit violent acts.
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House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan addressed the 12th Annual Sound of Hope event in New Haven Oct. 12 memorializing victims of domestic violence. He told the gathering that the legislature has listened to family members in enacting laws designed to prevent abuse, protect victims and their families, and prosecute those who commit violent acts.
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October 18, 2011
PROGRESS THOUGH PARTNERSHIPS
House Speaker Christoher G. Donovan vowed that his Task Force on Domestic Violence would continue working on legislative initiatives until "domestic violence is a thing of the past." He told a gathering of the Connecticut Council Against Domestic Violence on "Purple Tie Tuesday" that significant progress in the fight against domestic violence is occurring due to partnerships that have formed across the state.
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House Speaker Christoher G. Donovan vowed that his Task Force on Domestic Violence would continue working on legislative initiatives until "domestic violence is a thing of the past." He told a gathering of the Connecticut Council Against Domestic Violence on "Purple Tie Tuesday" that significant progress in the fight against domestic violence is occurring due to partnerships that have formed across the state.
VideoSPEAKER HONORED BY DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COALITION
Citing his "outstanding achievements toward assisting victims of domestic violence," the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence honored House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan (D-Meriden) with its "Coalition Crusader" award Wednesday. CCADV pointed to the legislative successes of the Speaker's Task Force on Domestic Violence as evidence of Speaker Donovan's commitment to ending domestic violence in Connecticut. READ MORE
Citing his "outstanding achievements toward assisting victims of domestic violence," the Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence honored House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan (D-Meriden) with its "Coalition Crusader" award Wednesday. CCADV pointed to the legislative successes of the Speaker's Task Force on Domestic Violence as evidence of Speaker Donovan's commitment to ending domestic violence in Connecticut. READ MORE
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE: EVERYONE’S RESPONSIBILITY
It’s been a difficult few months for our community as four local families have had to deal with domestic violence related homicides of Wallingford and Southington residents just this spring and summer.
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It’s been a difficult few months for our community as four local families have had to deal with domestic violence related homicides of Wallingford and Southington residents just this spring and summer.
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HOUSE SPEAKER CHRISTOPHER G. DONOVAN,
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TASK FORCE HONORED BY OFFICE OF VICTIM ADVOCATE
Award at Melanie Ilene Rieger Memorial Conference Honors Work to Help Victims of Crimes of Domestic Violence
Citing work to establish “Connecticut as a model in the protection of domestic violence victims across the nation,” the Office of the Victim Advocate honored House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan (D-Meriden) and his Speaker’s Task Force on Domestic Violence with its annual award for improving crime victims’ rights. READ MORE
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TASK FORCE HONORED BY OFFICE OF VICTIM ADVOCATE
Award at Melanie Ilene Rieger Memorial Conference Honors Work to Help Victims of Crimes of Domestic Violence
Citing work to establish “Connecticut as a model in the protection of domestic violence victims across the nation,” the Office of the Victim Advocate honored House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan (D-Meriden) and his Speaker’s Task Force on Domestic Violence with its annual award for improving crime victims’ rights. READ MORE
June 17, 2011
PROGRESS AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Lost somewhat amid the wrangling in the General Assembly over spending, taxing and all matters financial, were some significant advances the legislators championed in the area of domestic violence. READ MORE
Lost somewhat amid the wrangling in the General Assembly over spending, taxing and all matters financial, were some significant advances the legislators championed in the area of domestic violence. READ MORE
June 1, 2011
STEMMING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INCIDENTS
The Connecticut House of Representatives unanimously approved legislation improving the state’s response to domestic violence in a number of ways, including strengthening access to restraining and protective orders, improving information sharing between state agencies, facilitating victims’ access to services, providing law enforcement with better tools to protect communities, and requiring Connecticut’s judicial branch to recommend long term solutions. READ MORE
The Connecticut House of Representatives unanimously approved legislation improving the state’s response to domestic violence in a number of ways, including strengthening access to restraining and protective orders, improving information sharing between state agencies, facilitating victims’ access to services, providing law enforcement with better tools to protect communities, and requiring Connecticut’s judicial branch to recommend long term solutions. READ MORE
TORRINGTON LEGISLATORS COMMEND BILLS THAT WILL
ADD PROTECTION FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS
Changes brought about in two Connecticut House bills will guarantee added protection to the victims of domestic violence, something that local legislators called important. The changes were announced yesterday at the Susan B. Anthony Project. READ MORE
ADD PROTECTION FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS
Changes brought about in two Connecticut House bills will guarantee added protection to the victims of domestic violence, something that local legislators called important. The changes were announced yesterday at the Susan B. Anthony Project. READ MORE
STRENGTHENING THE STATE'S RESPONSE TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan testified today that new legislation on domestic violence would protect teen violence victims, strengthen restraining orders, and address the controversial practice of "undercutting" in the bail bonds system. READ MORE
House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan testified today that new legislation on domestic violence would protect teen violence victims, strengthen restraining orders, and address the controversial practice of "undercutting" in the bail bonds system. READ MORE
March 15, 2011
PROTECTING TEENS FROM DATING VIOLENCE
Rep. Mae Flexer speaks briefly about how teen dating violence is a growing problem. Legislation to require that teen dating violence be subject to the same reporting, investigation, notification and intervention protocols as bullying was the subject of a Human Services public hearing. READ MORE
Rep. Mae Flexer speaks briefly about how teen dating violence is a growing problem. Legislation to require that teen dating violence be subject to the same reporting, investigation, notification and intervention protocols as bullying was the subject of a Human Services public hearing. READ MORE
March 15, 2011
SPEAKER DONOVAN URGES PASSAGE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE LEGISLATION
AIMED AT TEEN DATING VIOLENCE, CHILD TRAUMA
Says He Will Continue Working to Identify Funding for Emergency Shelters
House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan today testified in support of new legislation that would expand the definition of bullying to include teen dating violence. READ MORE
AIMED AT TEEN DATING VIOLENCE, CHILD TRAUMA
Says He Will Continue Working to Identify Funding for Emergency Shelters
House Speaker Christopher G. Donovan today testified in support of new legislation that would expand the definition of bullying to include teen dating violence. READ MORE
BIPARTISAN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TASK FORCE
RECOMMENDS ENHANCEMENTS TO JUSTICE SYSTEM
Speaker of the House Christopher G. Donovan joined members of the Speaker’s Task Force on Domestic Violence, led by State Representative Mae Flexer, today to discuss the group’s recommendations to the legislature. READ MORE
RECOMMENDS ENHANCEMENTS TO JUSTICE SYSTEM
Speaker of the House Christopher G. Donovan joined members of the Speaker’s Task Force on Domestic Violence, led by State Representative Mae Flexer, today to discuss the group’s recommendations to the legislature. READ MORE