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for victims of domestic violence, the signs are not always as obvious as a bruise or broken bone. according to the national network to end domestic violence, in 98 percent of abusive relationships victims experienced financial abuse— tactics designed to limit an abuse victim’s access to assets.
financial abuse is rooted in the aggressor’s control over a partner. requiring a partner to turn over each paycheck or provide receipts for every purchase, imposing an unreasonable allowance or budget, or harassing the victim at his or her workplace are among the typical behaviors.
the decision to leave an economically abusive relationship can be especially complicated and painful—survivors report that one of the top reasons for staying in or returning to an abusive relationship was concern over the ability to provide for themselves and their children.
to help combat financial abuse, the avon foundation for women’s speak out against domestic violence survivor empowerment program has funded 111 economic empowerment coordinators since its inception in 2010, totaling more than $6.5 million. beauty for a purpose spoke with some of the program’s beneficiaries about the most pressing issues surrounding economic justice, and how they’re serving survivors.
how do we put this epidemic to an end? “one of the first steps is to name these behaviors as abuse,” tuller says of the nuances of domestic violence. “to start labeling that can be a very empowering experience.” at uri, an avon foundation beneficiary, domestic violence shelter residents can enroll in the working internship network (win) program and work with financial empowerment coordinators who connect survivors with internship programs geared towards supporting survivors of domestic violence and helping them feel safe at work.
in addition to win, two other avon foundation-supported programs include the economic self-sufficiency program at interval house and education/employment services at the new orleans family justice center (nofjc), which offers various services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. these programs help survivors by providing job training, financial education, and the confidence to reenter the workforce. “the biggest change we see in survivors is confidence and empowerment—the belief that they can be independent and provide for their own bright future, free from violence,” shares wie.
survivors of financial abuse at every income level show that anyone can become a victim. for women or men in a vulnerable position, beginning to safely take financial control, investigating resources for victims of financial abuse, and consulting with an advocate are the steps toward a more empowered future.
for more information on programs that support victims of domestic violence, visit avonfoundation.org.

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