Domestic Violence
Important Links for Domestic Violence Information
Domestic assault is the most common violent crime in the U.S. - And the most underreported. It is a chronic problem that touches every member of the family in which it occurs.
Did you know that:
- Women are six times more likely than men to be targets of domestic violence.
- Between two and four million women are abused each year. Four thousand of them die.
- Domestic violence includes verbal, emotional and sexual abuse.
- Abuse occurs in every economic class, race, and ethnic group.
A victim of domestic abuse lives in constant fear. They lose self-esteem and feel powerless to control their life.
There is a direct link between home and workplace violence. Victims in the home bring their low self-esteem to the workplace and become targets for abusive supervisors and co-workers. Abuse against spouses and partners frequently is carried out in the workplace, either by phone or in person. In fact, domestic violence costs employers between 3 billion and 5 billion dollars annually just from absenteeism. Obviously, it can also cost workers their jobs.
If you are a victim of domestic violence or know someone who is, please contact Local 1500 immediately at 1-800-522-0456, extension 1252. You will be directed to an Organization that can you get you the assistance you need.
Do not delay. Break the cycle of violence. Do not deny yourself the help that is available and standing by to assist. You are not alone.
The UFCW believes no one should have to suffer emotionally or physically because of abuse in the home or workplace. We at Local 1500 are actively working to strengthen and enforce laws addressing these issues and to develop and broaden educational programs.
But if you are a victim of Domestic Violence please call one of the following hotlines or coalitions for help, and if you are a victim of or have witnessed violence on the job please call us at the union office at 1-800-522-0456 ext. 204 or 252.
State Hotlines
New York
1-800-942-6906 (in English)
1-800-942-6908 (in Spanish)
New Jersey
1-800-572-7233
Connecticut
1-203-524-5890
NATIONAL
Family Violence Prevention Fund
(415) 252-8900
National Center for Women and Family Law
(212) 674-8200
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence
(800) 537-2238
National Coalition against Domestic Violence
(303) 839-1852
National Organization of Women
(202) 331-0066
