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How we help |
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Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment (SAFE) services are free of charge to victims of domestic violence. SAFE’s training equips survivors of domestic violence with the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to end the cycle of economic abuse, while maintaining their personal safety. In addition to offering training sessions at various public locations such as public libraries, and hospitals, SAFE also offers training courses to survivors of domestic violence through existing domestic violence shelters and support programs.
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The Problem |
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According to The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), approximately one out of four women will experience some form of domestic violence during her lifetime. SAFE recognizes the need to address the economic factors that keep victims within abusive situations. According to a study funded by the U.S. Dept. of Justice, Family and Employment Consequences of Intimate Partner Violence “Recent intimate partner victimization does, indeed, show up as a risk factor for entering the labor force.
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SAFE's 6th Year Anniversary |
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SAFE's 6th Year Anniversary Celebrating Self-Sufficiency for over
600 survivors of domestic violence”
“Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment Celebrates 6 Years and 620 Survivors”
DETROIT, MI – May 18, 2012 - On Friday, May 18th Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment (SAFE) will celebrate six years of assisting victims of domestic violence become self sufficient. Tracey McCaskill, News Director/On Air Host - FM 98 WJLB & WMXD Mix 92.3 will emcee the event.
"I am so honored --and just sheer excited to take part in SAFE's Annual Appreciation Event. In spearheading this organization -- Kalyn Risker has been a staunch agent for CHANGE within this community --and beyond.” - Tracey McCaskill, News Director/On Air Host - FM 98 WJLB & WMXD Mix 92.3
SAFE is dedicated to the financial empowerment of victims of domestic violence by providing training, workshops and resources to equip program participants with the tools necessary to become self-sufficient. The organization’s success is a direct result of the hard work and commitment of its volunteers and supporters. Since its inception SAFE has assisted over 620 victims of domestic violence and this event will serve as an opportunity to celebrate the growth of the organization and the strides it has made in the community.
"I am so proud of SAFE and that within six years developed into an organization that is being recognized on a national and now global level for its track record of effectively helping survivors of domestic violence to be free from abuse while obtaining the skills and resources they need to obtain a new job, return to school and become entrepreneurs.” – Kalyn Risker, Founder and Executive Director, Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment (SAFE)
SAFE’s 6th Annual Appreciation Event Fundraiser will be held on Friday, May 18, 2012 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.at the beautiful Detroit Historical Museum with a special Afterglow event at the Detroit Seafood-Market/PV Lounge from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tickets are $35 for the Appreciation Event, $15 for the Afterglow or $45 for both events.
For tickets visit newsafestart.org or for additional information, contact Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment (SAFE) at 800-757-4919 ext. 5 or online at newsafestart.org
Kalyn Risker
Executive Director
Sisters Acquiring Financial Empowerment (SAFE)
3430 E. Jefferson Avenue #721
Detroit, Michigan 48207
800-757-4919 ext.15
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