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Educating the community about the effects of domestic violence is something Family Rescue is passionate about because education is a crucial aspect of breaking the cycle of domestic violence. On October 28, 2009 the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), Chicago Metropolitan Chapter  in conjunction with Family Rescue will host “A Call to Action: South Side Communities Address Domestic Violence”.  This will be a candid discussion about domestic violence in our communities and how we can respond positively to prevent, intervene and support survivors.

There will be three breakout sessions.  The first is entitled, Know Yourself, Respect Yourself.  This will be a discussion about dating violence and healthy relationship building skills for teenage girls and young women.  This session will include a variety of interactive role plays and discussions. The second breakout session will be a panel discussion entitled, How A Real Man Responds: Men Endorsing Nonviolence.  It will focus on how men can talk to other men and boys about expressing feelings and solving problems in relationships without using violence. The third breakout session is entitled, Violence in the Pews and it will address a faith-based response to domestic violence and the role of faith in a victim’s healing. This session includes a video about faith and domestic violence and information about a new training curriculum participants can use with their own faith communities entitled “Responding to Domestic Violence: An Interfaith Guide to Prevention & Intervention”.

Overall, this symposium will be a great way for the communities of Chicago’s south side to come together as a unified voice and speak out against domestic violence.  Service Learning Hours will be offered to high school students who attend.  Light food and beverage will be provided.