EARLY SIGNS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE People at a young age aren’t able to recognize the early signs of dating or domestic violence and what to do or know how to find help. This project is to help ever yone recognize early signs of domestic violence and how to find resources.
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INTRODUCING, My project is named Be Aware and it is a campaign to bing awareness of the early signs of doestic violence. • Investigates the early signs of domestic violence • Identifies the audience • Explores a visual direction • Educates the audience on how domestic violence is a hidden issue. • Informs audience where and how to seek help • Informs audience about people’s experiences through their stories.
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CREATIVE BRIEF The creative brief is outlines the problem, solutions, audience profile and establishes the visual direction. Development of the creative brief consist of many stages. I ensured that proper visual direction aligned with the topic, goals and design objectives. • Background Information about what has happened and is currently happening in relation to the chosen topic of the project. • Objective This is the overall goal of what needs to be accomplished through the visual design. • Keywords Words to help describe the intent of visual result of the design. The final chosen keywords are used to drive visual moodboard selections. • Single Minded Propostion The statement that pinpoints the essence of the topic and project objective • Audience & Personas The determined audience helps me to understand their motivations and how they can benefit from my design solution. • Deliverables A thing provided to the audience to communicate the message in the best way.
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BACKGROUND, OBJECTIVE, SINGLE MINDED PROPOSITION & KEYWORDS BACKGROUND
KEYWORDS
Within 24 states, there are laws for school dating abuse prevention that many states have passed legislation to address, except for California who was once a leader is now behind. Based on data from Youth Risk Behavior Survey, approximately 10% of high school students, 10.3% of males and 9.3% of females had been hit, slap-ped or physically hurt by their dating partner. Violence Against Women Act laws against violence help but fail when it comes to enforcement.
Aggressive Domestic Violence has its negative effect on people when it comes to physical abuse. The abusers can become aggressive and are not able to stop.
OBJECTIVE People are not able to recognize the early signs of dating or domestic violence and what to do or know how to find help. My goal is to educate people of what to look for, resources where they can get help and know that there are laws that help protect as part of their school curriculum.
Hopeful There is hope for those who need help. Many are survivors who have stories that current victims can learn from and get help. Aware People need to be aware of the signs of domestic violence and find resources.
SINGLE MINDED PROPOSITION Recognize the early signs and stop domestic violence before it starts. Get help now!
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AUDIENCE & DELIVERABLES AUDIENCE
DELIVERABLES The New Student A new student who is going through their first high school orientation. She is currently in a relationship that blossomed over summer and knows nothing about dating violence or domestic abuse. The Experienced Observer Those who have experienced child abuse and are aware but not sure of the signs when it happens to their friends or family who may be going through it. They don’t know how to ask or what to do to help. The Abused Husband Those who stay in an abusive relationship because of the fear of living alone. He reaches out for help from family and friends but no one believes him. He doesn’t know where to go or who to turn to.
Booklet This will include information about what signs to look for during dating, what dating violence is and how in the long term can become domestic violence and provide resources on how to get help/give help. Zine (Mini Magazine) This zine will explore the people’s pers-pective on domestic violence, share their stories and tips about how to be more aware of the early signs. These stories may be anonymous or the interviewee can be known. This is to provide information and prove that domestic violence still remains to be a hidden issue. Each zine will have up to 5 interviews of both male or female from different ages, Tips on how to help, resources and credits. Website Place for people to learn about the early signs of domestic violence, how to help or seek help and share their stories through expression-art/poetry to help express themselves about violence. L E I L A S A N J OS E # 04 497204 | G R620 V I S UA L T H I N K I N G | S UMM E R 2019 | C R E AT I V E B R I E F 2
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PERSONAS THE NEW STUDENT
PERSONAL TRAITS & EXPERIENCES 1. She is very competitive in gymnastics because as a child, her Father would yell and say she is worthless. 2. She strives to get straight A’s and be the best because it is what is expected of her mom. 3. Her mom is raising her to be independent because her Dad left them and wants her to be strong on her own. 4. She just moved to Hercules with her mother to get away from her dad when she was 5 years old. 5. She is popular at her high school because of her perky, outgoing attitude. 6. She disregards her boyfriend’s bad temper and hurting her arm because she knows he loves her. 7. She doesn’t leave the relationship because she doesn’t know about abuse or domestic violence.
Paula 17 year old Filipina female • • • •
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PERSONAS THE EXPERIENCED OBSERVER
PERSONAL TRAITS & EXPERIENCES 1. He is single because he doesn’t want to be in a relationship that could become abusive. 2. He hates confrontation because as a boy his father would smack him across the face when asking questions. 3. He is 5 years older than his sister-they have a really close bond because after their Father died he promised to take care of her and not let anything bad happen to her. 4. He takes his sister out for lunch once a week because they are very close. 5. He asks her about the bruises on her arm because he is a concerned big brother. 6. He wants to help her because he knows she isn’t clumsy enough to hurt herself. 7. He doesn’t know how to help his sister bcause he doesn’t know how to or know where to get helpful resources.
Sam 37 year old Hispanic male • • • •
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PERSONAS PERSONAS: THE ABUSED HUSBAND
PERSONAL TRAITS & EXPERIENCES 1. He wears Christian Dior shorts because he is forced to wear them to keep up appearances. 2. He always has a smile on his face because his husband will call him ugly if he’s not. 3. He wears all the luxury brands because that’s what his husband only approves of. 4. His husband verbally abuses him calling him ugly and says he wouldn’t exist with out him. 5. He is internally unhappy because of the way his husband mistreats him verbally. 6. He can’t get any help from friends or family because they believe his husband is perfect. 7. He wants to yell and scream because he can’t take anymore of the fake friends and his unhappy, not-so-perfect life. 8. He stays with his husband because he is afraid of living alone.
Julian 22 year old Caucasian male • • • •
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VISUAL SYSTEM The visual system consists of elements working together, treatments and decisions that comprise of the overall look and feel of my project. These include visual direction through branding, moodboards,logo design, typography, color, photography and graphic elements. • Branding Brainstorm of possible names for campaign organization. Initial and final logo designs with contrast colors and sizing scales. • Moodboards Keyword visual inspiration for design direction through typography, photography, texture and logos. • Keywords Words to help describe the intent of visual result of the design. The final chosen keywords are used to drive visual moodboard selections. • Single Minded Propostion The statement that pinpoints the essence of the topic and project objective • Audience & Personas The determined audience helps me to understand their motivations and how they can benefit from my design solution. • Deliverables A thing provided to the audience to communicate the message in the best way.
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BRANDING NAMING ROUND 1
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PASTA (Put a stop to abuse) DAPP (Domestic abuse prevention program) We Care AV (Against violence) Domestic Violence Association Violence Awareness Be Aware Hope Violence Enlightenment Courage Violence Aid Domestic Violence Support Abuse Aid Students Against Abuse (SAA) Dating Abuse Hotline (DAH) Golden Support Services Universal Domestic Violence Services Dating Violence Awareness Red Aid Strength
Be Aware End The Abuse See The Signs Early Signs Signs of Abuse Before The Abuse Starts Abuse Awareness Before You See Red Steps To Stop The Abuse
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BRANDING FINAL LOGO DESIGN
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BRANDING ORIGINAL LOGO COLOR
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INITIAL MOODBOARDS AGGRESSIVE
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• Aggressive Focus on negative effect of being physically abused. Found inpiration of grey, red, and black bold colors, painful or angry photographs, bold typefaces and squared layouts. • Hopeful This The inspiration for this moodboard was more victim based and being more hopeful in the situation that they are in.• • Zine Mini magazine that is comprised of a few pages that can be easily mass produced and passed out to he public for free. The zine is more focused on people’s stories and summarizes the topic, how to help, resources and credits. • Website The purpose of the website is to provide awareness of the company and campaign.
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FINAL MOODBOARD AWARE
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1. Relationships is part of the early signs of domestic violence. I wanted to provide an image of a normal happy couple enjoying their first coffee date.
1. The early signs of domestic violence are usually are physical, emotional or behavioral. The white line and circle outline help to point out the descirptions on different parts of the photographs of the posters similar to a diagram.
2. Early signs of domestic violence can be seen from physical bruises, scratches etc. In this image I wanted to show that men can also be abused as much as women.
2. These graphic elements are symbolic of pinpoints that are consistently used throughout the booklet and zine. These help to pin point the important words or images of the book or Zine.
3. Signs in behavior of not going to work and staying in bed or loss of interest 3. Since domestic violence is usually hidden, the circle is used to highlight in things that you loved are possible signs that a person is being victimized (like a spotlight) important information or important images. of domestic violence. L E I L A S A N J OS E # 04 497204 | G R620 V I S UA L T H I N K I N G | S UMM E R 2019 | V I S UA L SYS T E M 12
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DELIVERABLES The deliverables is a plan of what to do in order to accomplish the stated outcome and goals of my design. These include a poster series, booklet, zine and website. • Poster Series The first deliverable to portray the visual system. The goal was to present the problem and potential solution to my audience. • Booklet This is the second deliverable to provide specific information to educate my audience of the problem and solution more specifically of facts and research. The booklet has a cover, chapter pages, image pages of everyday people, a help section , resources and credits. • Zine Mini magazine that is comprised of a few pages that can be easily mass produced and passed out to he public for free. The zine is more focused on people’s stories and summarizes the topic, how to help, resources and credits. • Website The purpose of the website is to provide awareness of the company and campaign.
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POSTER SERIES
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POSTER SERIES The poster series consists of 3 posters where the problem and solution is communicated to the audience with a call for action. • images The images used are a couple having coffee, a strong built man clasping his hands and a woman stuck in bed. The goal of these images were to portray every day people • Typography The goal was to have type that could bring attention to awareness but still be modern/minimal. • Graphic Elements The circle and line is used throughout all the posters to label the early signs of domestic violence. • Tone Darker photos allowed for the headlines to have more contrast. The dark tone resembles how dark the topic is.
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ROUND 4 Intensity
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domestic violence
By knowing the early signs of domestic violence, you can put a stop to it.
See the early signs before this happens.
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Learn about the early signs and get helpful resources. Blame
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Control
By knowing the early signs of domestic violence, you can put a stop to it.
Depression
Learn early. Stop abuse before it starts.
Intensity
By knowing the early signs of domestic violence, you can put a stop to it.
By knowing the early signs of domestic violence, you can put a stop to it. Isolation
Do you know what the signs of abuse are?
By knowing the early signs of domestic violence, you can put a stop to it.
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• Round 1 Inspired by each style (aggressive, hopeful and aware). Focused more on image. Less focus on typographical hierarchy and information elements. • Round 3 Inspired by each style (aggressive, hopeful and aware). Focused more on diagram of bruises and headline typography hierarchy.
• Description Inspired by each style (aggressive, hopeful and aware). Focused more on typographical hierarchy and information elements. Chaotic typography and composition. • Description Inspired by each style (aggressive, hopeful and aware). Focused more on diagram of everyday people. Portrayed headlines and typography hierarcy through color. L E I L A S A N J OS E # 04 497204 | G R620 V I S UA L T H I N K I N G | S UMM E R 2019 | C R E AT I V E B R I E F 23
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By knowing the early signs of domestic violence, you can put a stop to it.
Learn early. Stop abuse before it starts. By knowing the early signs of domestic violence, you can put a stop to it.
Depression
Intensity
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Learn about the early signs and get helpful resources.
Learn about the early signs and get helpful resources.
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TO P RI G HT: C H A P TE R 1 O PE N E R Within 24 states, there are laws for school dating abuse prevention that many states have passed legislation to address, except for California who was once a leader is now behind.
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Based on data from Youth Behavior Survey, approximately 10 percent of high school students, about 10 percent of males and nine percent of females have been hit, slapped or physically hurt by their dating partner. Violence Against Women Act laws against violence help but fail when it comes to enforcement.
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If people knew the early signs of abuse, and how to get help, more victims will be saved. It is estimated that more than 42 million women in the United States experience physical violence, rape and or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released the National Inti-mate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NSISVS), where based on 16,507 interviews, one in four women compared with one in seven men have been victims of severe physical violence.
What is domestic violence? Domestic violence (domestic abuse or relationship abuse) is a pattern of behaviors use by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship. It can happen to people living together who are dating, between colleagues, friends both men and women.
Based on data from Youth Risk Behavior Survey, approximately 10% of high school students (10.3% of males and 9.3% of females had been hit, slapped or physically hurt by their dating partner. Based on a national survey of 12-17 year olds, approx. 335,000 females and 78,000 males experience severe dating violence each year.
Recognize the early signs before domestic abuse or violence starts.
In the movie Enough, the character goes to the police and asks about help. She provides information pretending that it is her friend who is being abused by her husband.
There are warning flags that mean abuse could be down the road or perhaps is not that far.
She tells him the situation and asks the authorities for help. In reply, they tell her that she needs evidence in order for them to arrest her husband for domestic abuse.
Domestic violence includes behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent a partner from doing what they wish or force them to behave in ways they do not want.
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People are not well informed on how to get help or how to help.
This is no longer the case in present day. The Violence Against Women Act protects women and men who have been abused because it’s law. Anyone can privately call the National Domestic Violence Hot-line and get help that they need.
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Speaking disrespectfully about their former partners or being disrespectful directly may indicate that the person is abusive. If he or she does unwanted favors or puts on a show of generosity making you feel uncomfortable. Early signs of domestic violence are recognized through characteristics in relationships, physical evidence, or from behavior.
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Recognize the early signs before domestic abuse or violence starts. There are warning flags that mean abuse could be down the road or perhaps is not that far. Speaking disrespectfully about their former partners or being disrespectful directly may indicate that the person is abusive. If he or she does unwanted favors or puts on a show of generosity making you feel uncomfortable. These are signs of someone who may be abusive. Early signs are recognized through characteristics in relationships, physical evidence, or from behavior.
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Criticism, Blame and Isolation are abusive characteristics we need to be aware of.
Relationship
If your partner makes you feel guilty and responsible for their aggressive or destructive behavior (all your fault) this is a sign that he is abusive. They are blaming you for all of their problems.
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The signs of domestic violence may not be as obvious as one might think. The outcome of domestic violence leaves the victim feeling fearful and confused. It can be very difficult for someone to see their partner’s actions for what they really are. It is important for a person to understand what the difference between abuse and respect are. Abuse and respect are opposites. Abuse grows from attitudes and values and not feelings. Abusers are far more aware or conscious of what they are doing. Early signs can be as early as the relationship starts or as late into the relationship-after your married or live with them.
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Is your partner intense or controlling?
Is it all about spending time with them and no one else? They start to make you feel emotionally, psychology, and financially dependent? Do they forbid you from going anywhere making you feel like you have to only stay at home? They prevent you from spending any time with friends and family.
Name calling such as ugly, stupid, crazy or overweight and ridiculing your achievements in front of friends and family is abusive behavior. When they claim no one else cares about you but them, making you feel bad about yourself and brainwashing you of no self-worth is the criticizing an abuser does.
A partner who is intense is someone who lies or exaggerates. He or she insists that you move in immediately or wants to have kids or get married right away. He or she tries so hard to butter up your friends and family. This person is usually over the top when it comes to gift giving and romantic gestures. If your partner constantly bombards you with text messages and emails or behaves obsessively with non stop call-it’s a sign. His or her controlling nature insists on what you should wear, speak and think. He shows up uninvited at your home or school checking up on you. He goes through all of your social media
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FINAL BOOKLET LAYOUT PAG E 29 TO P RI G HT: E N D O F C H A P TE R 2 IM AG E BOT TOM LE F T: C H A P TE R 3 O PE N E R BOT TOM RI G HT: I N N E R PAG E 17-18 PAG E 30 TO P LE F T: E N D O F C H A P TE R 3 IM AG E TO P RI G HT: H OW TO H E LP C H A P TE R O PE N E R BOT TOM LE F T: H OW TO G E T H E LP BOT TOM RI G HT: RESOU RC ES
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Seeing the early signs within a relationship not easy to admit to. Even if you see the signs, as the victim there are reasons that are concluded of why to not flea from the situation. This could be due to fear or children and many other reasons. When it comes down to is a very sensitive situation. And it is really up to the victim to seek help. However, its always best to recognize the signs of a victim and know what to do. There are physical and behavioral signs o be aware of and keep an eye out for.
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Are there physical marks that are visible or hidden? A victim usually has black eyes, busted lips, red or purple marks on the neck, sprained wrists and bruises on the arm. Some may try to cover up these marks and it can be very noticeable. An example would be wearing a turtle neck during a hot summer, wearing a heavy amount of make up, or wearing dark sunglasses indoors. These visible physical marks are frequent and they will have a weak or inconsistent explanation. A well known example is: “I fell down the stairs, I’m so clumsy”. When they blame them-self, it is self-evident that it really is someone else that they are with.
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Is the assumed victim behaving differently? Take for instance co-worker named Leann, a very outgoing and friendly 20-year-old who is properly dressed, her make up always to perfection, hair neatly in a bun and just always early to work. After few months on the job, she starts dating someone consistent. She is late to work not just once, but a whole week. Her appearance is no longer well-groomed but sloppy. You start to notice she isolates herself during lunch and isn’t the same. These are signs they may be a victim.
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Be supportive and listen. Let them know that the abuse is not their fault. Reassure them that they are not alone and that there is help and support out there. It may be difficult for them to talk about the abuse. Let them know that you are available to help whenever they may need it. What they need most is someone who will believe and listen. Be non-judgmental. Let them know that the abuse is not their fault. Reassure them that they are not alone and that there is help and support out there. It may be difficult for them to talk about the abuse. Let them know that you are available to help whenever they may need it. What they need most is someone who will believe and listen.
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Help them develop a safety plan. Check out our information on creating a safety plan for wherever they are in their relationship — whether they’re choosing to stay, preparing to leave, or have already left.
The National Domestic Violence Hot line 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) www.ndvh.org
Resources
Remember you can not rescue them. Support them and help them find a way to safety and peace to stay calm.
National Dating Abuse Helpline
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1-866-331-9474 www.loveisrespect.org
National Child Abuse Hot-line/Child-help 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) www.childhelp.org
Be supportive. Even though the relationship was abusive, your friend or family may still feel sad and lonely once it is over. They will need time to mourn and need your support at that time.
National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE) www.rainn.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) www.suicideprevention lifeline.org
Encourage participation with friends and family. Support is critical and the more they feel supported by people who care for them, the easier it will be for them to take the steps necessary to get and stay safe away from their abusive partner. Remember that you can call the hot line to find local support groups and information to be safe.
National Center for Victims of Crime 1-202-467-8700 www.victimsofcrime.org
National Human Trafficking Resource Center/Polaris Project Call: 1-888-373-7888 Text: HELP to BeFree (233733) www.polarisproject.org
National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights 1-510-465-1984 www.nnirr.org
National Coalition for the Homeless 1-202-737-6444 www.nationalhomeless.org
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence 1-800-537-2238 www.nrcdv.org www.vawnet.org
Futures Without Violence: The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence 1-888-792-2873 www.futureswithoutviolence.org
National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health 1-312-726-7020 ext. 2011 www.nationalcenter dvtraumamh.org
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ZINE (MINI MAGAZINE) The zine is called “Hidden Stories” which is more focused on the experiences and stories of the people specifically in California. The goal is to mass produce the Zine and passing it out to everyone. • Content General information about domestic violence and the 8 early signs. Inteviews from local people-anyone and everyone. • Design Images and layout similar to the booklet. However the goal was a less formal approach because its focus is the people. This more type focus with few photographs of the featured interviewee and early signs diagram. • Interviews A few random volunteers were willing to let me interview them. I asked them the same questions regardless of background to see what they knew and if they were really aware.
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PAG E 32 TO P RI G HT: BAC K A N D FRO NT OUTE R COV E R BOT TOM LE F T: FE ATU RE D I NTE RV I E W BOT TOM RI G HT: I N N E R PAG E O F FE ATU RE D I NTE RV I E W
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PAG E 33 TO P LE F T: DOMES TI C V I O LE N C E & TH E E A RLY S I G NS BOT TOM LE F T: A N O N YMOUS I NTE RV I E W TO P RI G HT: H OW TO H E LP & RESOU RC ES BOT TOM RI G HT: C RE D ITS
Everyday people and early signs of domestic violence
Interview: What is Domestic Violence ? Someone in a relationship is being hurt physically, psychologically or emotionally and/or sexually by their partner.
What signs do you look for? Yes. When someone is more withdrawn than usual; such as their personality change, scared of their partner (like flinches when the person is around), might wear clothing inappropriate for the weather like a long sleeve during the summer but I can use more education around this.
Is it important to know what the early signs are? Yes definitely so it doesn’t progress even further into a life threatening situation.
Darly San Jose Age 32, Occupational Therapist Hercules, California
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Have you ever been in a situation where you or someone needed help? If so, what happened? 7 years ago, I was an OT (Occupational Therapy) intern for the refugee and resettlement program in Utah. I was working
with a young lady from Burma on finding employment which included filling out job applications and going to interviews. My supervisor had told me there’s history of domestic violence with her partner but she didn’t want to leave. She has gone to a women’s shelter once but ended coming back. One day, I went to their apartment for our appointment and she slightly opened the door saying it wasn’t a good time. I noticed she had a cut on her forehead. We rescheduled. I spoke with my supervisor on what to do and we decided to call the domestic violence hotline. They had said it is really up to the person to report it versus me reporting it especially if she isn’t ready to leave the situation. I felt helpless, because it didn’t feel like she had any options. I did my research–my role as an occupational therapist included providing resources, being an advocate and helping her navigate through her current situation.
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I saw her a few days later and I had asked her what happened to her forehead and initially she said it was nothing. Then she proceeded to let me know it was her partner. We discussed her options and she said she was worried to report anything because she lives with his family, she has no other family and has three young kids. I told her we can bring her to a women’s shelter with her kids and she said she would think about it. Several days later she called saying she wanted to leave. She packed some of their items and we (myself and supervisor) took her and her kids to a women’s shelter. It was one of the hardest things I’ve had to do because as much as I was happy she was away from her partner I was worried about the new environment she was in and her starting all over with her kids.
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I felt helpless, because it didn’t feel like she had any options.” Do you feel like help is easily accessible for everyone? Not necessarily. In the situation I was in, she needed someone who spoke English who could advocate for her and give her options. This young lady was here with no family except her children and she was living with her partners family. Plus in her culture domestic violence is common and rarely addressed.
What would you say is the most important of the early signs? Physical injuries and not having an explanation on how they got it plus increased personality changes.
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What is Domestic Violence?
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Also known as domestic abuse or relationship abuse is a pattern of behaviors by one person to maintain power and control over another person. He or she maintains power and control over that person in their relationship. Domestic Violence can happen to people living together, dating, between colleagues or friends both men and women. Domestic abuse includes behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent someone from doing what they wish or force them to behave in ways they do not want. There are warning flags that mean abuse could be down the road or perhaps is not that far. Speaking disrespectfully about their former partners or being disrespectful directly may indicate that the person is abusive. If he or she does unwanter favors or puts on a show of generosity making you feel uncomfortable. These are signs of someone who may be abusive. Early signs are recognized through characteristics in relationships, physical evidence, or from behavior.
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Anonymous Male Age 42 San Carlos, California What is Domestic Violence? Getting into physical altercations with each other. I’ve always thought it was a physical thing.
Are you aware of what signs to look for? No. I always thought of early signs being bruises.
Do you feel that it’s important to know what the early signs are? Yes, because if you stop it early you can prevent it from getting worse even death.
Have you ever been in a situation where you or someone else needed help? If so, what happened? Yes my ex-girlfriend use to push me and I would have to sometimes physically restrain her when she was intoxicated.
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It isn’t talked about, it’s hidden.”
Did you know where or how to get help? No, I don’t. I wouldn’t know where to where to go. Except maybe to go see a psychologist.
Do you feel it is important to know about the early signs of domestic violence? I would want to know more about the early signs. So I can help someone. It’s not easy to help someone because you don’t always know what the right advice is.
Do you feel it’s important to share stories? Why? It’s up to them individually. But the more stories they share and get out there, it will help many others because it will raise awareness.
Support is critical and the more they feel supported by people who care for them, the easier it will be for them to take the steps necessary to get and stay safe away from their abusive partner. Remember that you can call the hotline to find local support groups and information on staying safe.
National Dating Abuse Helpline
HELP THEM DEVELOP A SAFETY PLAN. Check out our information on creating a safety plan for wherever they are in their relationship — whether they’re choosing to stay, preparing to leave, or have already left. REMEMBER THAT YOU CANNOT “RESCUE” THEM. Support them and help them find a way to safety and peace to stay calm.
Even though the relationship was abusive, your friend or family may still feel sad and lonely once it is over. They will need time to mourn and will especially need your support at that time.
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Let them know that the abuse is not their fault. Reassure them that they are not alone and that there is help and support out there. It may be difficult for them to talk about the abuse. Let them know that you are available to help whenever they may need it. What they need most is someone who will believe and listen.
IF THEY END THE RELATIONSHIP, CONTINUE TO BE SUPPORTIVE OF THEM.
BLAME
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The National Domestic Violence Hotline
Respect your friend or family member’s decisions. There are many reasons why victims stay in abusive relationships. They may leave and return to the relationship many times. Do not criticize their decisions or try to guilt them.
feel guilty destructive problems blaming you your fault accusing
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ENCOURAGE THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF THE RELATIONSHIP WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
BE NON-JUDGMENTAL.
JEALOUSY
irrationally angry persistent accusing demanding resentful
ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THEY ARE IN A VERY DIFFICULT AND SCARY SITUATION, BE SUPPORTIVE AND LISTEN.
1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) www.ndvh.org
1-866-331-9474 www.loveisrespect.org
National Child Abuse Hotline/Childhelp 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) www.childhelp.org
National Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE) www.rainn.org
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) www.suicideprevention lifeline.org
National Center for Victims of Crime 1-202-467-8700 www.victimsofcrime.org
National Human Trafficking Resource Center/Polaris Project Call: 1-888-373-7888 Text: HELP to BeFree (233733) www.polarisproject.org
RESOURCES National Coalition for the Homeless 1-202-737-6444 www.nationalhomeless.org
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence 1-800-537-2238 www.nrcdv.org www.vawnet.org
Futures Without Violence: The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence 1-888-792-2873 www.futureswithoutviolence.org
National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health 1-312-726-7020 ext. 2011 www.nationalcenter dvtraumamh.org
National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights 1-510-465-1984 www.nnirr.org
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Information pg 7 Bancroft, Lundy. Why does he do that?: Inside the minds of angry and controlling men. New York: G.P.Putnam’s Sons, 2002. pg 8 8 Signs of Domestic Abuse. (2019). Retrieved from https://www.endabuse4good.org/sharethe8
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Anonymous Female Age 52 Hayward, California What is Domestic Violence? Stripping someone of their basic rights and taking it away from them. Verbal and physical abuse are also included.
Are you aware of what signs to look for? It usually starts out slowly where someone gains your trust and then looks for weakness little by little like controlling someone’s everyday habits. Fear is the biggest factor.
Is it important to know what the early signs are? Yes it’s important. But people are so hard to talk to. It can ruin relationships.
Do you know where or how to get help? Yes and it is more accessible now compared to 30 years ago.
Do you feel it is important to know about the early signs of domestic violence?
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Yes it is important because domestic violence is a hidden issue. Abusers are able to get away with what they do.
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Do you feel it’s important to share stories? Why? It’s very important for people to share their stories because people don’t know what to do or where to go. They can learn from others who have gone through it.
“Fear is the biggest factor.
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Tips & Resources pg 11 The National Domestic Violence Hotline. (2019). Help a Friend or Family Member. Retrieved from https://www.thehotline.org/ help/help-for-friends-andfamily/ pg 12 National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. (2019). Resources. Retrieved from https://ncadv.org/resources
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WEBSITE The website is a digital source of information where people can go to and learn about Be Aware and the “Recognize the early signs of domestic violence” is about. It is our goal to inform people about how to get help, resources and a place o share your story or read other people’s stories. • Homepage To ask the audience to join our campaign and an introduction of domestic violence to lead into the early signs. • Early Signs Background on the early signs of domestic violence and a chart for viewers to know what to look for. • Get Help Steps on what a person should do to get help and helpful resources. • Share Stories The Interviews or written stories by people. Here is where they share stories of their experiences anonymously if they choose. A visitor can view the new story or old stories or they can upload their own. • Design Concept The website is more of a minimal and restricted type of deliverable. Incorporating circles as a graphic element and a shape for the photographs works better for this type of deliverable because it gets the viewers attention.
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FINAL WEBSITE LAYOUT HOMEPAGE (1 OF 5) Early Signs-Be Aware www. BeAwareofDomesticViolence.org
EARLY SIGNS
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ABOUT
Come join us in educating the public of the early signs of Domestic Violence. Also known as domestic abuse or relationship abuse is a pattern of behaviors by one person to maintain power and control over another person. He or she maintains power and control over that person in their relationship.Domestic Violence can happen to people living together, dating, between colleagues or friends both men and women. Domestic abuse includes behaviors that physically harm, arouse fear, prevent someone from doing what they wish or force them to behave in ways they do not want. There are warning flags that mean abuse could be down the road or perhaps is not that far. Speaking disrespectfully about their former partners or being disrespectful directly may indicate that the person is abusive If he or she does unwanter favors or puts on a show of generosity making you feel uncomfortable. These are signs of someone who may be abusive.
Early signs are recognized through characteristics in relationships, physical evidence, or from behavior.
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Within 24 states, there are laws for school dating abuse prevention that many states have passed legislation to address, except for California who was once a leader is now behind. Based on data from Youth Behavior Survey, approximately 10 percent of high school students, about 10 percent of males and 9 percent of females have been hit, slapped or physically hurt by their dating partner.
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Violence Against Women Act laws against violence help but fail when it comes to enforcement. The early signs of domestic violence are hard to see. Its difficult to find resources or help or know how to find help. The goal of this campaign is to educate people what signs to look for, where to find resources for help and bring awareness to the public.
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Resources:
ACKNOWLEDGE THAT THEY ARE IN A VERY DIFFICULT AND SCARY SITUATION, BE SUPPORTIVE AND LISTEN.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
Let them know that the abuse is not their fault. Reassure them that they are not alone and that there is help and support out there. It may be difficult for them to talk about the abuse. Let them know that you are available to help whenever they may need it. What they need most is someone who will believe and listen.
BE NON-JUDGMENTAL.
Respect your friend or family member’s decisions. There are many reasons why victims stay in abusive relationships. They may leave and return to the relationship many times. Do not criticize their decisions or try to guilt them.
1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) www.ndvh.org
National Dating Abuse Helpline 1-866-331-9474 www.loveisrespect.org
National Child Abuse Hotline/Childhelp
IF THEY END THE RELATIONSHIP, CONTINUE TO BE SUPPORTIVE OF THEM.
1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453) www.childhelp.org
and will especially need your support at that time.
National Sexual Assault Hotline
Even though the relationship was abusive, your friend or family may still feel sad and lonely once it is over. They will need time to mourn
1-800-656-4673 (HOPE) www.rainn.org
ENCOURAGE THEM TO PARTICIPATE IN ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE OF THE RELATIONSHIP WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
ABOUT
National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights 1-510-465-1984 www.nnirr.org
National Coalition for the Homeless 1-202-737-6444 www.nationalhomeless.org
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence 1-800-537-2238 www.nrcdv.org www.vawnet.org
Futures Without Violence: The National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence 1-888-792-2873 www.futureswithoutviolence.org
Support is critical and the more they feel supported by people who care for them, the easier it will be for them to take the steps necessary to get and stay safe away from their abusive partner. Remember that you can call the hotline to find local support groups and information on staying safe.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 (TALK) www.suicideprevention lifeline.org
National Center on Domestic Violence, Trauma & Mental Health
HELP THEM DEVELOP A SAFETY PLAN.
National Center for Victims of Crime
1-312-726-7020 ext. 2011 www.nationalcenter dvtraumamh.org
Check out our information on creating a safety plan for wherever they are in their relationship — whether they’re choosing to stay, preparing to leave, or have already left.
REMEMBER THAT YOU CANNOT “RESCUE” THEM.
Support them and help them find a way to safety and peace to stay calm.
1-202-467-8700 www.victimsofcrime.org
National Human Trafficking Resource Center/ Polaris Project Call: 1-888-373-7888 Text: HELP to BeFree (233733) www.polarisproject.org
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HER STORY: What is Domestic Violence ? Someone in a relationship is being hurt physically, psychologically or emotionally and/or sexually by their partner. What signs do you look for? Yes. When someone is more withdrawn than usual; such as their personality change, scared of their partner (like flinches when the person is around), might wear clothing inappropriate for the weather like a long sleeve during the summer but I can use more education around this. Is it important to know what the early signs are? Yes definitely so it doesn’t progress even further into a life threatening situation. Have you ever been in a situation where you or someone needed help? If so, what happened? 7 years ago, I was an OT (Occupational Therapy) intern for the refugee and resettlement program in Utah. I was working with a young lady from Burma on finding employment which included filling out job applications and going to interviews. My supervisor had told me there’s history of domestic violence with her partner but she didn’t want to leave. She has gone to a women’s shelter once but ended coming back.
Darly San Jose
Age 32, Occupational Therapist Hercules, California
One day, I went to their apartment for our appointment and she slightly opened the door saying it wasn’t a good time. I noticed she had a cut on her forehead. We rescheduled. I spoke with my supervisor on what to do and we decided to call the domestic violence hotline. They had said it is really up to the person to report it versus me reporting it especially if she isn’t ready to leave the situation. I felt helpless, because it didn’t feel like she had any options. I did my research–my role as an occupational therapist included providing resources, being an advocate and helping her navigate through her current situation. I saw her a few days later and I had asked her what happened to her forehead and initially she said it was nothing. Then she proceeded to let me know it was her partner. We discussed her options and she said she was worried to report anything because she lives with L E I L A S A N J OS E # 04 497204 | G R620 V I S UA L T H I N K I N G | S UMM E R 2019 | D E L I V E R A B L ES 32 his family, she has no other family and has three young kids. I told her we can bring her to a women’s shelter with her kids and she
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WHO WE ARE Our Mission
Be Aware or BE and it is a campaign to bring awareness of the early signs of domestic violence. •Investigates the early signs of domestic violence •Identifies the audience •Explores a visual direction •Educates the audience about how domestic violence is a hidden issue •Informs audience where to seek help or how to seek help •Informs audience about people’s experiences or stories
Our Vision Be Aware sees a world where people can help people in need who can’t or know how to help themselves.
If you need help or have any questions, Please call:
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IN CONCLUSION, Domestic violence is a hidden issue that everyone knows about but don’t talk about it. I found myself hours at the library and bookstores looking for books on the subject. There were only a few and sometimes none. Recognizing the early signs plays a very important role for individuals who are unaware. Understanding how an abuser behaves or if someone may be in an abusive relationship can save a person’s life. Especially for people like myself who were never aware of the signs or resources to get help. Stop the violence before it starts.
LOOKING FORWARD, I want to continue interviewing more people, write different zines and pass them pubically. I want to design a vlog very similar to the Be Aware website and expand it to where users can interact more and design a mobile app to accompany the website.
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CONTENT CREDITS The National Domestic Violence Hotline https://www.thehotline.org/
Enough (2002) https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1114051_enough
Why does he do that? https://www.amazon.com/Why-Does-He-That-Controlling/dp/0425191656
Violence Against Women https://iucat.iu.edu/iuk/15293544
8 Early Warning Signs of an Abusive Relationship https://onmogul.com/stories/8-early-warning-signs-of-an-abusiverelationship
What are the signs of domestic abuse? https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/mental-domestic-abuse-signs#1
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INTRODUCTION | CREATIVE BRIEF | VISUAL SYSTEM | DELIVERABLES | CONCLUSION | CREDITS
IMAGES CREDITS https://pixabay.com/photos/woman-datecoffee-love-girl-2937190/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/womanwearing-white-turtle-neck-sweater-709802/
https://www.thread.com/tips/categories/tshirts-and-polos/how-wear-long-sleeve-t-shirtfive-ways/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/bed-cute-dogfemale-206396/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-inwhite-long-sleeved-top-983822/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/womanwearing-sunglasses-1666471/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/womanwearing-turtleneck-sweater-in-whitesurface-709803/
http://lava360.com/50-stunning-examples-ofclose-up-face-portraits/6396/
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INTRODUCTION | CREATIVE BRIEF | VISUAL SYSTEM | DELIVERABLES | CONCLUSION | CREDITS
IMAGES https://www.pexels.com/photo/two-womensitting-on-white-bench-1549280/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/girl-holdingmans-face-close-up-photography-1949713/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/manand-woman-sitting-together-in-front-oftable-951290/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/woman-in-redsweater-and-black-miniskirt-holding-hair-facingroad-792148/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/three-menstanding-while-laughing-1049317/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/man-andwoman-forming-heart-hand-shape-1066801/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/2-peoplesitting-with-view-of-yellow-flowers-duringdaytime-196666/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/people-holdingand-raising-hands-1645632/
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IMAGES https://www.goodfreephotos.com/united-states/ ohio/dayton/couple-sitting-by-the-river-indayton.jpg.php
https://www.pexels.com/photo/photographyof-a-smiling-woman-wearing-sweater-1061575/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/two-womensmiling-and-talking-while-sitting-on-chair-andholding-a-mug-1580458/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/achievementadult-agreement-arms-1153213/
https://www.pexels.com/photo/womanwearing-turtleneck-sweater-in-whitesurface-709803/
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To the young and the old, may you recognize the early signs and get help. To those who want to help, you are the heroes. To the resources and help that is out there, thank you for being there. To the survivors for your strength and hope to move on.
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