Tovah Kasdin
Jewish Women International

http://www.jwi.org

10/4/08 - Domestic Violence and the Jewish Community

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and Crime Prevention Specialist Susan Bartelstone is presenting a series of programs throughout the month on different aspects of this world-wide epidemic. Most commonly directed at women by men, as many as 4 million women suffer abuse from their husbands, ex-husbands, boyfriends or intimate partners in the United States each year. Today’s guest is Tovah Kasdin, Program Manager for Jewish Women International, a non-profit organization which is the leading Jewish voice worldwide on the issue of domestic violence in both the Jewish and secular communities. Their network includes religious leaders, advocates, community groups, professionals, abuse survivors and volunteers who all share a common goal – finding and offering support to the often hidden victims of abuse, breaking the cycle of violence in Jewish relationships and homes, and promoting safe, healthy relationships. Stay tuned for ways YOU can help end domestic abuse.
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