Greenbelt, MD (BlackNews.com) - Nearly one-third of American women report being physically or sexually abused by a husband or boyfriend at some time in their lives, according to a recent National survey by the Commonwealth Fund.
Sisters4Sisters, Inc, a Maryland suburban based Community Service organization has launched "LOVE - Leave Out Violence Everyday" in an effort to prevent and educate the community on Domestic Violence and it's alarming impact on our society.
The Sisters4Sisters, Inc. 2006 Empowerment Prayer Breakfast, held on Saturday October 28, 2006 is designed to increase awareness of domestic violence throughout our community and the world, while encouraging others to get involved in order to make the Difference. The seven-year old, community-based women's organization, is reaching beyond their members to identify and address the needs of women throughout the D.C. Metropolitan region. With several local women being murdered and set afire in the past 12 months, Sisters4Sisters, Inc. believes it's time to educate and empower women in the region and around the world.
Many domestic victims are unaware of the various agencies and services positioned to empower and assist them, said Carolyn Washington, executive director of Sisters4Sisters, Inc. "We encourage women who need assistance to first make an honest decision to change, we then assist them with resources and information on steps toward that change."
"With LOVE partners offering an array of services including Psychiatrists, Psychologists, Martial Arts, Self-Esteem Workshops and the likes, we believe collaboration of concerned professionals will definitely make a significant impact. Our ultimate goal is to have a transitional home for women entitled 'The House of LOVE'...designed to Restore, Rebuild and Renew the Hearts & Spirits of Women with Hope."
The Domestic Violence Empowerment Breakfast, will be held on Saturday October 28 from 8:00am-11:00am (Doors Open at 7:00 am) at Martins Crosswinds in Greenbelt, Maryland. Special guests include Domestic Violence Advocate, Artina Todd-Norris, Psalmist Lisa Gilliam and Honorary Guests include The Governors Office as well as County Executive Jack Johnson's Office, and Survivor, Yvette Cade. For details on Tickets & Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact 301-552-7470 or visit www.sisters4sisters.com. Proceeds will benefit LOVE and The Prince Georges County Family Crisis Center.
Sisters4Sisters, Inc. is non-profit organization, recognized by the IRS as a 501(c) 3. The organization is dedicated to the Empowerment of Women in Mind-Body-and Spirit and has several service divisions; Including LOVE-Leave Out Violence Everyday-Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Campaign; The Harriet Tubman Project- Helping Women Find their Way Home-Homeless Outreach Initiative; Daughters of Destiny-Mentorship program for high risk teens. For more information, visit www.sisters4sisters.com
CONTACT:
Carolyn Washington
Sisters4Sisters@aol.com
301-552-0001
