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As school starts, a reminder about violence against women and girls

posted by Women Undefined
Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at 10:22pm CDT

Writing regarding current women's issues, sports analysis and commentary, with a dash of political posturing!

From HuffingtonPost: Back to School, Back to Rape.

An informative read about the prevalence of violence against women and young girls.

Quick hits from the article:

1 in 4 college women are a victim of rape .

One in three teens report dating violence.

Women aged 16-24 are more susceptible to violence than at any other age.

Over half of those polled blamed Rihanna for being attacked by Chris Brown.

Author's Suggestions on what parents can do:

1. Have a conversation with your sons and daughters.

2. Get teen dating violence in your school's curriculum.

3. Write a letter to the administration at your child's college.


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