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Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 2022
Talk About It.
#TDVAM2022 #TDVAMcle
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A Note from Journey Center
During the month of February, Journey Center, along with advocates and organizations across the country, participates in a month-long campaign
dedicated to raising awareness about teen dating violence. Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) focuses on advocacy and education
to stop dating violence before it starts.
Journey Center is dedicated to bringing increased awareness to this important issue and reminds everyone, regardless of age, that they deserve to
feel safe in their relationships. We are excited to take this Journey with you, and our community as we create awareness about teen dating
violence, the importance of healthy relationships, and learn ways to support young people experiencing unhealthy or abusive relationships.
Everyone deserves a relationship built on love, respect, and trust. Journey Center is joining in Love is Respect’s National Campaign for 2022: “Talk
About It”. We strive to promote safety and healing while breaking cycles of violence. We hope that you will join us!
Who is Journey Center?
Journey Center for Safety and Healing- formerly known as Domestic Violence & Child Advocacy Center- provides an array of prevention and
intervention services that foster safety and healing for those affected by child abuse and domestic violence. We prevent abuse through education,
advocacy and systemic change. We are Cuyahoga County’s most comprehensive domestic violence agency, with nearly 45 years of leadership and
innovation in helping break the cycle of violence. The center operates a 24-Hour Helpline to assist with resources, referrals, crisis intervention and
safety planning. Individuals can call or text: 216.391.4357 (HELP) or live chat at Journeyneo.org.
Journey Center values Empowerment, Resiliency, Safety, Inclusion, Integrity, and Connectedness. We envision a community where safety and well-
being are achieved by empowering people to find a path toward healthy, thriving relationships.
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What is Dating Violence?
Dating violence is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control TDV Statistics
over the other. It occurs when one person intentionally causes physical or emotional harm to
their partner in a relationship. Dating violence can include physical, sexual, verbal/emotional, 1 in 3 high school students have
digital, and other forms of abuse. been or will be involved in an
abusive relationship
Dating violence is not just “puppy love”. Youth victims of dating violence are more likely to 1 in 5 dating couples report some
experience symptoms of depression and anxiety, engage in unhealthy behaviors like using type of violence in their
tobacco, drugs and alcohol, exhibit antisocial behaviors, and consider suicide. Youth report relationship
concerns that the abuse will be disclosed to their parents and/or Child Protective Services, or Nearly 1.5 million high school
that their parents will be notified, thus subjecting them to more abuse. students nationwide experience
physical abuse from a dating
When talking about dating, it’s important to recognize that dating means different things to partner in a single year
different people, especially across generations. Girls and young women between
Dating relationships may be sexual (they don’t have to be), they could be serious or casual, 16-24 experience the highest rate
monogamous or open, or short-term or long term. Regardless of how someone defines dating- of intimate partner violence –
everyone deserves a healthy relationship. almost triple the national average
Healthy, Unhealthy, and Abusive Relationships
All relationships exist on a spectrum from healthy to abusive with unhealthy aspects somewhere in the middle. Where does your relationship fall?
Healthy Unhealthy Abusive
Respect Inconsiderate Behavior Manipulation
Healthy Communication Breaks in Communication Blame Shifting
Trust Pressure Accusations
Honesty Dishonesty Control
Individuality Little/No Trust Isolation
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Healthy Relationships Unhealthy or Abusive Relationships
A healthy relationship is one in which both partners are: Abusive relationships occur when one partner is:
Communicating in a healthy way Communicating in a hurtful and/or threatening way
Respectful Mistreating their partner
Trusting Accusing their partner of cheating when it is untrue
Equal Denying their actions are hurtful and abusive
Enjoying personal time away from each other Controlling
Sharing decision making Isolating their partner from friends, family, and
Making mutual choices activities they enjoy
Relationship Rights Relationship Responsibilities
Everyone has the right to… Everyone has the responsibility to…
Be treated with respect – always Set their limits
Have and express your own feelings Respect your own feelings, emotions, and beliefs
Set your own boundaries and limits Respect your partners boundaries and limits
Participate in activities- with and without your partner Treat your partner with respect
Feel safe in your relationship Be considerate
Be treated as an equal Ask for help when needed
Have privacy- on and offline Be honest
Feel comfortable being yourself Treat your partner as an equal
Not be abused Refuse to abuse
Be in a healthy relationship Be in a healthy relationship
It’s important to recognize healthy and unhealthy behaviors in all relationships and recognize
that everyone has rights and responsibilities in their relationships.
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216.391.4357 (HELP) Journeyneo.orgHow Can You Help Someone Experiencing an Unhealthy Relationship?
Young people experiencing dating violence may have limited options for accessing support services and networks. They may be concerned
that they will get in trouble or they won’t be taken seriously because of their age.
We can all do our part to help those we care about.
Be supportive, listen, and respect their decision(s)… Questions You Can Ask
o …even if you don’t agree with the decision(s) they are
making. How have things been with you and your partner
o Remind them that abuse is never their fault and that they lately?
deserve a healthy, respectful relationship. How does your partner treat you when they’re upset?
What does an argument between you and your
Don’t be afraid to reach out. partner usually look like?
o Focus on their safety in your conversation and let them Do you feel like your partner tries to confuse you? Do
know you’re available and want to help. they contradict themselves a lot?
o Focus on behaviors, not the abuser. What do you want out of a partner?
How do you see things playing out if nothing changes?
Support them and encourage them to seek help What is keeping you in your relationship?
o Thank them for trusting you enough to have the Do you think you could help your partner (or your
conversation relationship) if you changed yourself? [Remember…
o Help them think through options abuse is never a victim’s fault]
o Stay connected and remind them that you are there to Do you spend a lot of time trying not to make your
support them. partner angry?
What do you wish things were like?
Encourage them to document the abuse Does your partner embarrass you in front of others?
o Even if the abuse is not obvious – list dates and descriptions Do you feel like your partner get angry easily? For no
and keep it in a hidden place reason?
Are you staying in your relationship because you’re
Refer to Journey Center unsure what would happen if you left?
How can I help?
Does your partner make you feel safe?
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216.391.4357 (HELP) Journeyneo.orgTeens and Technology
Most teens and young people use their phones A LOT.
Digital abuse is the misuse of technology from one partner to another. It can include: sending negative, insulting, or threatening messages or
emails; using social media or other software to track their partner’s activity and location; sending, requesting, or pressuring their partner to
send unwanted explicit photos, videos, sexts, or other messages; stealing or pressuring their partner to share passwords; looking through
their partner’s phone without permission; or constantly texting or making their partner feel as though they cannot be separated from their
phone and they have to answer, regardless of what they’re doing.
It’s important to remember that no one deserves to be mistreated- online or in person; everyone deserves a partner who respects their boundaries
and individuality.
Technology Safety:
Computers, social media, and cell phones can all be monitored when they are in
use. Being mindful about what you send or post is an important step in keeping Resources for Young People
yourself safe. Other safety tips include:
National Resources
Limit online information Love is Respect
Be mindful of status updates and pictures One Love
Turn location settings to off That’s Not Cool
Update/change security questions and passwords regularly
Quizzes
Familiarize yourself with privacy settings on all devices
Is your relationship healthy?
Make profiles private
Am I a good partner?
Check devices for tampering and/or spyware
How would you help someone?
Password protect your phone and computer
Is your abusive partner changing?
Document and save text messages, voicemails, and emails
Relationship spectrum
Log out of apps and accounts when not in use
Self-care
Consider disconnected devices from Bluetooth
Use strong passwords
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216.391.4357 (HELP) Journeyneo.orgJourney Center Programs and Services
24-Hour Helpline
o Answered 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Advocates can assist callers with resources, referrals, and general information;
crisis intervention and safety planning, legal information and/or options, intakes for services; and offer assistance to those
experiencing abuse as well as friends/family.
Emergency Domestic Violence Shelter
o Confidentially located, the shelter operates as a safe haven for individuals and families at high risk for
re-victimization and stalking.
Justice System Advocacy
o Court advocacy for domestic violence victims involved in criminal and civil proceedings throughout Cuyahoga County.
Latina Domestic Violence Project
o Culturally relevant advocacy and support services for Latina victims of domestic violence.
Safe & Sound Visitation Center
o The only one of its kind in Cuyahoga County helping high-risk, high-conflict families in need of safe, supervised visits
and/or safe exchanges.
Trauma Services
o Therapy services for children, adolescents and adults who have experienced trauma, grief, and loss related to child abuse,
teen dating violence, domestic violence and/or stalking.
Support Groups
o Support groups are available for individuals who have experienced abusive relationships.
o These free, weekly, facilitated groups offer a confidential setting for discussion, support, and more.
Domestic Violence Education Classes
o This 7-week program provides education on the dynamics of domestic violence to help those affected by abuse make
informed life decisions.
Training and Community Education
o Training provided for professionals and individuals/groups working with those who may be experiencing abuse.
Topics include: child abuse, teen dating violence, domestic violence, and other related issues.
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216.391.4357 (HELP) Journeyneo.orgDating Violence Awareness Images
TDVAM Banners: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn
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Sample Social Media Posts
1 in 3 high school students have been or will be involved in an abusive relationship. #TDVAMcle #TDVAM2022
Love is respect… period. I know my worth, and I am worthy of respect. I deserve love and a healthy relationship. #TDVAMcle #TDVAM2022
Everyone deserves to feel safe on their Journey to safety and healing. You are not alone. #TDVAMcle #TDVAM2022
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. I’m joining Journey Center and others across the nation to take a stand against dating
violence. #TDVAMcle #TDVAM2022
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Support Safe, Healthy Relationships
Use the social media hashtags: #TDVAM2022, #TDVAMcle
Like, follow, and share Journey Center’s posts and videos
o Facebook: JourneyCenterNEO Twitter: Journey_NEO Instagram: JourneyCenterNEO
Read and share our NSAM Toolkit, social media posts, and website
Download and share Journey’s TDVAM graphics
Join and share Journey Center’s newsletter with your friends and family
Call or text our 24-Hour Helpline if you or someone you know is in an unsafe or abusive relationship:
216.391.4357 (HELP) or live chat: Journeyneo.org
Talk with people in your community to learn what steps they can take to promote healthy relationships for young people
Participate in Respect Week
Learn
Join Journey Center for a 1 hour Dating Violence Webinar where we will talk about the dating violence and the
importance of promoting healthy relationships
o Friday, February 11: 12-1p
Friday Facts
o Join Journey Center on Instagram every Friday in February as we will talk about different aspects of dating
violence and the impact it has on our community
Donate
Make a donation to support those impacted by dating violence, domestic violence, and child abuse
Host a Facebook fundraiser to support Journey Center
Use Amazon Smile when you make an Amazon purchase
o (choose Domestic Violence & Child Advocacy Center when making your purchase)
Organize a collection of items from Journey Center’s Wish List
Hold a cell phone drive to collect old phones for Journey Center
Create a safe, social distanced third-party event with your community
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relationship. Call or Text
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