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Oakland Start Strong program aimed at preventing teen dating violence
July 30, 2009 | Oakland Tribune

More than a quarter of polled U.S. sixth-graders believe it is sometimes OK for a boy to hit his girlfriend, according to figures released Thursday. › more

 

 

Push to Prevent Domestic Violence in Oak. Teen Dating
July 30, 2009 | KCBS

About one in three teens is in an abusive relationship, but efforts are underway to change that statistic. › more

 

 

Teens Making A Difference
July 30, 2009 | Examiner.com

Demetrius Phillips just graduated from high school in Oakland and he wants to give back to his community. › more

 

 

Tween Dating and Violence Prevention
July 22, 2009 | Examiner.com

11-14 year olds dating. Seriously? Wake up and smell the coffee people, the answer is yes. › more

 

 

Recession Fuels Dating Violence, Curbs Prevention
June 22, 2009 | Womens eNews

A recent study finds intimate-partner abuse rising among teens and their parents during the recession. At the same time, tighter school budgets hamper efforts to teach prevention in health class. › more

 

 

Program targets teen dating abuse
June 19, 2009 | KABC-TV (ABC 7 Los Angeles)

It's the largest national initiative ever funded to help students build healthy relationships and combat violence. › more

 

 

It's a strong start: Foundation gives $1M grant to help curb relationship violence
June 16, 2009 | New York Daily News

A new $1 million program to stop teen relationships from turning violent aims to reach Bronx teens in ways that will grab their attention. › more

 

 

A strong way to prevent teen dating abuse
June 16, 2009 | Indianapolis Star

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City Leaders Tout Program To End Abusive Relationships
June 15, 2009 | New York 1

Mayor Michael Bloomberg and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. teamed up Monday to try and put an end to abuse in teen relationships. › more

 

 

Teen Dating Abuse
June 10, 2009 | CBS News

A new study found that violence against teens is on the rise. Michelle Miller reports. Dr. Jennifer Ashton gave safety tips for both teens and parents. › more

 

 

 

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