Haven FYI -Friday July 31st 2025

We used to say that bullying or “teasing” as it was called when I was a kid, was a normal part of growing up and it’s just “kids being kids”. Is it though? I will own that I was bullied at school as a kid and while I survived it, it left a lifetime of scars.  Please take just a few minutes of your day to watch the video attached – let’s learn together to use our voice and teach our kids to use their voice and show them they and we have the power to stop bullying. 

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Haven FYI – Friday July 18, 2025

When someone is experiencing abuse from a partner, threats can become an all-too-common part of daily life—so common, in fact, that they may not seem serious. Survivors may downplay or dismiss these threats, often as a way to cope or stay hopeful. But abusive threats are a warning sign that should never be ignored—they can escalate quickly and dangerously.

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Haven FYI – Friday July 11, 2025

StrongHearts Native Helpline is a 24/7, culturally-appropriate, confidential service for American Indian and Alaska Native people impacted by domestic and sexual violence. Launched in 2017 through a partnership between the National Domestic Violence Hotline and the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center, StrongHearts was created in response to the high rates of violence in Native communities. Staffed by Native advocates, it offers support through phone, text, and online chat, providing care rooted in an understanding of Native cultures, sovereignty, and community needs.

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