Over 100 local faith and community leaders joined together Tuesday to discuss what they can do to serve domestic violence victims in their congregations.
“I think we have the stereotype that this doesn’t happen in the Jewish community, that domestic violence is not something that we deal with, and that’s a fallacy,” Yergin said.
Especially as a female faith leader, Yergin wants her congregation to know, no topic is off limits, and no one will be judged. During the event, questions were put on the screen, posing conversation topics for the leaders sitting at each table to discuss and debate.Family Violence Prevention ServicesPelaez said differences of opinion and background made the event so successful. She said there are many ways to go about domestic violence prevention and assistance.
Pelaez spoke at the event, telling the faith leaders that it’s difficult to disseminate lifesaving information about abuse without first educating themselves about what domestic violence is, how it starts, and what can happen if it’s not addressed.visiting abuse shelters“At Temple Beth El, we have in all of our restrooms stickers that -- if you are dealing with domestic violence, here’s a number you can call and resources,” Rabbi Yergin said.
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