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ANNOUNCING #DVAM2021 theme: No Survivor Justice Without Racial Justice 💟 Domestic violence is inextricably linked to all forms of violence, and to end domestic violence, we must dismantle anti-Blackness, other types of racism, discrimination, & structures that perpetuate oppression.

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"As we strive toward collective liberation [with and for LGBTQ communities], we must pursue anti-carceral approaches to justice."

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Today we're honoring the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia, and Transphobia (#IDAHOBIT2021). We must acknowledge the ways the domestic violence movement has historically erased queer experiences and do better in showing up for queer survivors and communities. We're honored that the LGBTQ Institute on Intimate Partner Violence has joined forces with NRCDV. #1Thing you can do today is check out their work: lgbtqipv.org

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“The separation between work and personal life reenergizes us, but when your work comes home with you, we can be more susceptible to burnout. It is important for advocates to prioritize their wellbeing and set boundaries on their work schedule in order to keep going during this crisis," shares #TeamNRCDV's Ivonne Ortiz in reflecting on wellness this #MothersDay.

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#1Thing you can do to take action this Sexual Assault Awareness Month (#SAAM2021) is to use your online platforms to connect with and support Black-led organizations that are creating healing spaces for Black survivors. Learn more on the #DVAP blog here. ⬇️

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"While young Black leaders have the drive and wisdom to create this change, this work cannot fall solely on their shoulders. White folks and non-Black people of color must show up." Take 5 minutes this #BlackHistoryMonth + #TeenDatingViolenceAwarenessMonth to learn #1Thing we're doing to show up.

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#1Thing we're doing to honor #BlackHistoryMonth is centering young Black leadership. Those who are making history right now. Those who acutely understand that anti-Blackness is embedded in our systems and saw the display of white supremacy on January 6 yet refuse to give in. Those who embody a brighter future, and also a brighter now. 💡 Believe in this future? Follow, support, and give your dollars to BYP 100 today: https://www.byp100.org/donate 

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🗳 Survivors' votes must be counted. There are ways to vote safely, navigate voter suppression tactics, and protect privacy. Are you a survivor or advocate with voting questions? We have some answers on #DVAP: https://bit.ly/ElectionAdvocacy

(#TeamNRCDV's Breckan Erdman Winters agrees! Check out her #1Thing!)