Insights ~ July 2019
Call to Action! Many luncheon attendees asked what they could do to make a difference for domestic violence survivors. Our luncheon speaker, Caroline Bettinger-López, suggests the following: Contact your…
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Insights ~ May 2019
Donor Spotlight: Tracy Zirin Tracy Zirin proudly supports SHALVA and is passionate about providing domestic violence education and a safe, confidential place for survivors to receive specialized care. She recently…
Sexting, Revenge Porn and Cyberstalking: The Intersection of Technology and Domestic Abuse
Thank you to all who attended our Continuing Legal Education program on April 23, 2019 at The John Marshall Law School. If you have any additional feedback on the program,…
Insights ~ April 2019
Sexting, Revenge Porn and Cyber-bullying The use of technology in domestic abuse is an emerging trend, with phones, tablets, computers, social networking websites and the “internet of things” all available…
Insights ~ March 2019
Masking Abuse Purim is the holiday full of noisy celebration, a time when we dress in masks and costumes. At SHALVA, we see clients who wear a mask, hiding their…
Statement from Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence & Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women’s Network
The Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence, the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women’s Network and the community of domestic violence service providers extend our sympathy to the…
Insights ~ February 2019
Current IL Legislative Concerns Once again, proposed amendments to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (“IMDMA”) have been introduced that will change the way parenting time is determined…
Insights ~ January 2019
MORE THAN BABY BLUES Karen* was devastated by her miscarriage and suffering from postpartum depression. Friends were so impressed by her husband Ken. He was right by her side,…
Insights ~ December 2018
Lessons for Life Rochelle Zell Jewish High School seniors have been learning with SHALVA staff to reflect on their relationships as they prepare for college as part of the school…
Insights ~ November 2018
Want to give an award-winning Chanukah gift? Your gift of Dear Evan Hansen tickets will win the prize! Only 16 seats left, side orchestra and lower loge, for the Sunday,…