Survivors/Victims of Crime

FBI Updates Definiton of Rape

January 6, 2012
“This sends a powerful message that ... rape is rape,’’ said Susan B. Carbon, director of the Justice Department’s Office on Violence Against Women. “And it’s rape even if you’re a man; it’s rape even if you are raped with an object and even if you were too drunk to consent." (Washington Post)

New Survey Exposes Violence Against Women Epidemic

December 15, 2011
Violence against women in the US is at epidemic proportions. Nearly 1 in 5 women surveyed had survived rape or attempted rape; 1 in 4 had survived domestic violence; and 1 in 6 had survived stalking.
The New York Times

Domestic Violence Advocate Says Public Safety System Out of Balance

December 8, 2011
More money should be spent on crime prevention and intervention, and less on locking people up. PSJ and director of Portland Women's Crisis Line agree that too much money is being spent on corrections, leaving victims services and other smart public safety solutions underfunded.

Some "Smart on Crime" Reforms that are Working

December 7, 2011
Necessitated by harsh economic times and encouraged by declines in crime rates, a number of states have made significant strides in reducing the number of people in prisons and jails and cutting spending while maintaining public safety.

Article by Denise Welch

Opening Doors to Safety and Support: Domestic Violence and Child Welfare Collaboration

December 7, 2011
At Partnership for Safety and Justice, we advocate for crime victims and survivors to have access to services that provide safety and help survivors rebuild their lives. But what happens when those adult survivors have children who have witnessed the violence?

Article by Kerry Naughton

Taking Charge of the Holidays as a Crime Survivor

December 7, 2011
PSJ wishes for a hopeful and happy season for all. We've put together this article of tips and resources for crime survivors on managing the holidays.

Article by Denise Lehr

Good News / Success Stories (JM-Winter 2011)

December 2, 2011
In this issue we report on success - the success of individuals, organizations and governments who have implemented reforms and changes that are smart on crime.

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Candlelight Vigil Gives Powerful Message: Nobody Should Die For Love

November 1, 2011
35 Oregonians lost their lives to domestic violence in 2010, and almost one-third of Oregon women have experienced it. A candlelight vigil in Dawson Park brought the community together to memorialize the dead and to stop domestic violence.

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    • Arnie Green Left Legacy of Advocacy

    October 25, 2011
    Arnie Green, a strong advocate for survivors of domestic and sexual violence and one of the champions of the Oregon Domestic and Sexual Violence Services Fund, passed away Oct 4. His legacy is remembered in Southern Oregon and throughout the State. (Medford Mail Tribune)

    Arnie Green left legacy of advocacy

    Considerable Common Ground: Collaborating to Create Safety

    September 23, 2011
    Crime Victims and Survivors want to ensure that what happened to them does not happen to another. We discuss the opposition of Measure 73 and what PSJ brought forth to the legislative session in support of Alternative ways to increase public safety.

    Article by Kerry Naughton

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