The Facts on Domestic Violence

Did you know?

• Nearly 1 in 4 women are beaten or sexually assaulted by a partner during adulthood.
• On an average day in the U.S., 3 women are killed by a current or former partner.
• Domestic violence is 3 times as likely to occur when couples are experiencing financial strain.
• 37% of women seeking Emergency Room treatment for their injuries were hurt by a current or former partner.
• 15.5 million children are exposed to the trauma of domestic violence every year.

More women come to Shepherd’s Gate escaping domestic violence than for any other reason. Please join with us to stand with these precious women and their children during their moment of greatest need!