By Marc Philpart and Jacquie Marroquin, California Health Report, November 13, 2019
Like millions of Californians, the crisis of intimate partner violence has had a profound impact on our lives. The violence our family members experienced has created a ripple effect, setting us each on a unique journey for healing—as individuals, as families and as a community.
While our journeys have been distinct, they have led to a similar understanding: Ending domestic violence is possible, but only if we address the root causes of violence and include everyone in this effort—including those who have caused harm.
For decades, women in the anti-violence movement have led the critical work of meeting the immediate safety needs of survivors—saving countless lives. But for many people, including members of our families, the options available to address violence in our lives never felt like options we could choose.
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