RUN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE OUT OF TOWN!
26.2mi Chicago Marathon Part Deux
my journey to 26.2 miles was exciting to say the least and Immediately after the completion of my first marathon I was in full steam and ready to sign up for my next 26.2 mile challenge. Originally I planned to do the Paris Marathon, but life took its course and here I am back at it ready [well, somewhat ready lol — please say a prayer for my knees!] to take on the 2019 Chicago Marathon.
This year I will dedicate every step that hits the pavement to Domestic Violence [DV]. I have partnered with CAWC [Connections for Abused Women and their Children] and will represent the Run Domestic Violence Out of Town team. We are on a mission to raise funds for this organization that provides Domestic Violence Programs, such as Hospital Crisis Intervention Project and Humboldt Park Outreach, and Services such as Counseling, Court Advocacy, and Children’s Services.
“My personal goal is to raise $5,000 and I can’t do it without you!”
I would love your support to help women and children who have experienced domestic violence.
If you find it in your heart please click on the link below to make your contribution to Run Domestic Violence Out of Town.
Feel free to share this link with any and everyone you know as well.
HUGE THANKS IN ADVANCE!
“Ok, so can I be vulnerable with you all?!”
Domestic Violence hits home. As a teen, I experienced 2 types of DV [Restricting Freedom and Verbal Abuse] during a long term relationship. At the time I didn't realize that this wasn’t normal nor did I realize that it was a form of DV as I wasn’t being physically abused [the only type of violence that I knew was DV]. I often held my tongue and was scared to tell anyone about what I was experiencing. To be honest I didn’t know how to deal with his controlling ways and obnoxious behavior. I was afraid. It took me a long time to gain strength and move forward with my life, but I did it. While my situation wasn’t life-threatening in the end [by the grace of God], I still understand and feel the pain of those who have suffered, which is why I am so passionate about helping other women and children in need through the CAWC organization.
DID YOU KNOW?!
“It’s not about the degree of injury.”
“It’s about control.”
SIGNS OF AN ABUSIVE PERSONALITY?
An abuser can seem charming at times.
Pretend to be generous.
But most of the time they display jealousy, controlling behavior, quick involvement, unrealistic expectations, isolation, blames others for problems, blames others for feelings, hypersensitivity, cruelty to children and/or animals, unwanted use of force in sex, verbal abuse, two very different personalities, past battering, threats of violence, breaking or striking objects, any force during an argument.
DOMESTIC ABUSE EXISTS IN MANY FORMS
The degree of visible injury is not what defines an act as abusive. It is the existence of the behavior itself and the resulting atmosphere of power and control that defines this.
TYPES OF ABUSE
Isolation and Restricting Freedom
Intimidation and Verbal Abuse
Sexual Abuse
Emotional Abuse
The Use of Male Privilege
Unwanted Outing in Same-Sex Relationships
24 Hour Domestic Violence Hotline 773-278-4566
SOURCE www.cawc.org/
CHICAGO METROPOLITAN BATTERED WOMENS NETWORK wrote:
We are domestic violence service providers from across the city of Chicago, who have come together to advance our cause in ending domestic violence. We recruit a team of dedicated runners to help us raise both money & awareness. All revenue generated by the Run DV Team is used by our member agencies for domestic violence prevention and supportive services for its survivors and their families.
We have an awesome team of runners in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon and the Chicago Half Marathon/5K!
The Chicago Marathon takes place in October, which is also National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Through community engagement our team intends to make use of a new resource for consciousness and fund-raising via this iconic Chicago event.
The Run DV Coalition is an unprecedented collaboration representing diverse populations across Chicago. Our domestic violence agencies are located in neighborhoods throughout the city and suburbs, and serve communities representing all races, ethnicities, and religions.
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