Did you know?

• One in every four women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime, regardless of age, economic status, race, religion, nationality, or educational background.

• Boys who witness domestic violence are twice as likely to abuse their partners and children when they become adults.

• The leading cause of death for pregnant women is homicide. (Okay, this one just makes me nuts!)

• According to the Department of Justice, about 33% of female murders are committed by an intimate partner (current or former spouse, boyfriend – v. just 4% of male murders).