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April 12, 2020 The coronavirus pandemic has uprooted our lives in ways few could have imagined even just a few weeks ago. We are living through a time of worry and uncertainty – we all fear for the health and well-being of our family, friends and ourselves. Our health care system and our economy are being stressed to their core. Everyone who is able to stay home and practice physical distancing should do so for the sake of helping to limit the spread of this devastating virus. For some, however, taking precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus means staying at home to face a dangerous situation of sheer terror around the clock, sometimes with life-and-death consequences. It is imperative that we remember those who are experiencing domestic or sexual violence during this national health crisis. Mother Jones April 10, 2020 “I think this is just an attempt to profiteer off of a pandemic, in a crisis, and to provide sexual assault survivors with misinformation driven by fear,” says Amanda Grady Sexton, the public affairs director of the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence.
Fosters.com April 9, 2020 According to the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence, based on Wuhan, China’s experience with domestic violence during the coronavirus-related lock-down, abuse escalated significantly. The coalition projects incidents here may increase by 30 percent or more.
What makes the current situation more dangerous is not only that domestic abuse will rise during the COVID-19 crisis, according to experts in the field, but that reports of those incidents may drop, making them invisible to those who can help. For example, with schools closed, teachers and administrators - all mandatory reporters – aren’t around to report to authorities when they notice physical or emotional signs of abuse in their students. Union Leader April 13, 2020 A victim advocacy organization said a judge could have ordered Manning into court on a contempt hearing and possibly ordered him jailed if the case was still open. And state law requires police to make an arrest when someone violates a protective order, said Amanda Grady Sexton, director of public affairs for the Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence.
Sexton said research shows that people who violate protective orders are the most likely to commit homicide in a domestic violence situation. “Now more than ever, we really need to be taking these issues seriously,” Sexton said. “These are the most dangerous crimes in New Hampshire, and they account for a majority of homicides.” NHPR, The Exchange April 8, 2020
Stay-at-home orders and quarantine measures may have life-threatening consequences for those experiencing domestic/intimate partner violence, and also present challenges for law enforcement and support organizations. Listen to the conversation. GUESTS:
The Berlin Sun April 6, 2020 The New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is grateful to Governor Sununu for authorizing the Emergency Protections and Relief Funds for Domestic and Sexual Violence Organizations.
“This critical relief recognizes the severe impact that the COVID-19 crisis has on survivors of domestic and sexual violence in New Hampshire. Domestic violence victims are under intense pressure at this time due to stay at home requirements, severe isolation, and the financial impact of this pandemic. Through this potentially life-saving Executive Order, survivors will be safer from violence and abuse,” said Amanda Grady Sexton, Director of Public Affairs for the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence Sentinel Source April 1, 2020 In an effort to protect people in precarious situations amid the COVID-19 outbreak, Gov. Chris Sununu has established two funds to help victims of domestic and sexual violence and the state’s most vulnerable children.
“These are issues that don’t just disappear because of a public health emergency,” Sununu said during a Wednesday news conference. “If anything, they actually may even be exacerbated.” Sununu said $600,000 will be allocated to assist victims of domestic and sexual violence as they try to remove themselves from dangerous situations. The money will help cover basic expenses like groceries, rent and educational materials; put them up in hotels when shelters are at capacity; and provide funding to crisis centers, so they can remain open. WMUR April 1 ,2020 With reports of domestic violence and child abuse down during New Hampshire's stay-at home order, Gov. Chris Sununu announced new funding Wednesday to support victims, saying the incidents are still occurring.
"These horrific acts are still occurring and we must raise awareness to do everything we can to eliminate them. Call and report it. Everyone has a responsibility," Sununu said. Concord Monitor March 21, 2020 “We know that in times of crisis, instability and financial stress, we see an increase in violence by abusers, and we expect that to happen here in New Hampshire,” said Amanda Grady Sexton, director of public affairs for the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. “We’re brainstorming ways in this era where we can provide new types of remote services or text services, while making sure we maintain confidentiality and privacy. The world may be in isolation but we want victims to know you’re not alone.”
Seacoast Online March 18, 2020 Pamela Keilig, public policy specialist at the NHCADSV, said the coalition is urging governmental officials to reject the “reckless policies.”
“We cannot pretend that prison reform, especially in a time of crisis, would not have negative consequences on victims and public safety,” Keilig said. “Such actions cannot be made without careful consideration and discretion and any attempt at a blanket approach would place the countless survivors that we serve in jeopardy. Victims of domestic and sexual violence are just as vulnerable to COVID-19, and deserve protection, as well as the security in knowing they won’t be subject to further abuse, when they were promised protection and justice under the law. |
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