EXPERIENCE ZETA SIGMA PHI SORORITY, INC.
Zeta Sigma Phi Sorority, Inc. wants to spread our message of hope and compassion. We believe that a single action can make a difference in the community, and that collective action can greatly impact the world. Through advocacy and outreach activities, our team works tirelessly each day to contribute their part to the greater good.
Domestic Violence Facts
GET IN THE KNOW....
The prevalence of domestic violence is sobering:
Nearly one in four women in the U.S. reports experiencing violence by a current or former spouse or boyfriend at some point in her life.
On average, three women are killed every day as a result of domestic violence. More than 40 percent of female murder victims are killed by their husbands or boyfriends.
Data collected in 2005 found that women experience two million injuries from partner violence each year.
Women ages 20 to 24 are at the greatest risk of experiencing nonfatal intimate partner violence.They also experience the highest rates of rape and sexual assault.
More than 80 percent of victims of domestic violence are women. About 75 percent of the people who commit domestic violence are male.
Women who have experienced domestic violence are much more likely to have a stroke, develop heart disease, develop asthma, and drink heavily than women who haven’t experienced DV. Sexual and domestic violence is also linked to a range of reproductive health issues, including sexually transmitted infections and HIV, miscarriages, and risky sexual health behavior.
EDUCATION YOURSELF
At Zeta Sigma Phi Sorority, Inc., we are dedicated to stepping up our efforts in addressing this issue. This is by no means an easy feat, but through cooperation and community empowerment we believe we can facilitate progress in this area. We are always striving to make a difference, and invite you to learn more and lend your support.
Domestic violence thrives when we are silent. But if we speak up, we can end it. Below are some domestic violence facts to explain the scale and impact of this problem.
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Pledge to End Violence Against Women
FACT: Each year, 2 million injuries and 1,300 injuries and 1,300 deaths are caused as a result of domestic violence. Three women are murdered every day by an intimate partner.
FACT: Domestic violence has long-term effects. It can negatively impact a woman's mental health, physical health, productivity, earning potential and overall financial security. Her children's mental well-being is also at risk of long-term damage.
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SUPPORT SERVICES
With this initiative, our goal is to promote great opportunities for those in need. With access to the right resources, people can become empowered by their own abilities and gain the confidence to fulfill their potential. Learn more about our work by getting in touch with our team today.
A PLEDGE TO END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Take the pledge to end domestic and intimate partner violence.
I pledge to take action to end domestic violence. To...
Learn about the facts, warning signs, and educate myself and my community.
Speak up against discrimination and violence to break the stigma.
Support survivors by reassuring them they are not alone, that help is out there.
Listen to survivors without judgment, reassuring their trust and safety.
Donate my time or funds to support programs helping victims overcome traumatic experiences.
Empower survivors to seek financial independence