Gulf Coast Center For
Nonviolence

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New Hampshire is the only

New Hampshire is the only state where the law specifically allows a minor of any age to apply for a protection order. #TeenDatingViolence

Eight states currently do

Eight states currently do not include dating relationships in their definition of domestic violence. #TeenDatingViolence

61% of all ‘sexters’

61% of all ‘sexters’ who have sent nude images admit that they were pressured to do it at least once. #TeenDatingViolence

Approximately 22% of high

Approximately 22% of high-school age teens and 33% of college-age students (ages 18 to 24) have been involved in a form of nude sexting.

50% of youth who have bee

50% of youth who have been victims of both dating violence and rape attempt suicide. #TeenDatingViolence

Are you prepared to talk

Are you prepared to talk to your child about their dating relationship? What would you do if they disclosed there was violence involved?

Being physically or sexua

Being physically or sexually abused makes teen girls six times more likely to become pregnant and twice as likely to get a STI.

33% of teens have witness

33% of teens have witness an act of dating violence. Bystander intervention is a great way that teens can help. http://t.co/Ey99rFwBsD

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Saving Animals and Families Everyday

A great way to show your support!

Just drop off your donated items to the Humane Society of South Mississippi in either of its thrift store locations (Gulfport or Ocean Springs) and let them know you're donating on behalf of the Women's Center. They will then provide us with vouchers our clients can then use to purchase clothing or household items for their family!

Upcoming Events

Nov
29
Tue

Giving Tuesday

Jan
11
Wed

Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Mar
18
Sat

Drawdown Throwdown

Frank Gruich Center

Apr
01
Sat

2023 Rock the Cause

Pascagoula Beach Park

Apr
5
Wed

Start By Believing Day

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