Hadlie KellyMar 16, 20216 minHuman Trafficking: Understanding and Prevention Human trafficking is one of the most significant human rights abuses in current society. So, what is human trafficking? What are the...
Hadlie KellyFeb 15, 20217 minHow To Prevent Teen Dating ViolenceHave you ever been a part of an unhealthy relationship? Maybe you say no, maybe you are unsure, that is completely normal. There are many...
Lauryn MeglicJan 11, 20214 minFinding Healing Through Self-CareIt’s no secret that all of us at some point have been worn out, exhausted, and drained. But what is surprising is how some people after...
Taylore MartinDec 15, 20204 minSpot These 4 Common Holiday Season Triggersand learn 4 strategies to navigate through them The holiday season is often seen as full of joy, peace, and happiness. Moods and emotions...
Mandy Chitwood Nov 16, 20207 minHistory of Defy Domestic Abuse Beloit Take a moment to learn more about our program’s history DEFY THEN: RESPONDING TO THE COMMUNITY Tracing our roots back to the late 1970’s...
Jane KelhodOct 6, 20201 minHow We Dismantle Domestic Abuse even through COVID-19(Listen to the podcast interview here.) In this podcast interview, Defy’s Director, Kelsey Hood-Christenson, talks about COVID-19’s...
Stephanie Hormig Sep 17, 20205 minWhat is Domestic Abuse? / Part 1The Real Definition of Domestic Abuse THE FALSE STORY IN PEOPLE’S HEADS ABOUT DOMESTIC ABUSE When I tell people I’m an advocate for...
Jane KelhodSep 2, 20203 minBeloit Domestic Violence Survivor's Center to Rebrand(The following is based on an article from Beloit Daily News) From old to new FROM "BELOIT DOMESTIC SURVIVOR'S CENTER" TO "DEFY DOMESTIC...
Jane KelhodSep 2, 20202 minHow to go from Heart-Struck to Heart-Strong1. Move From Unstable to stable STABLE VS. A stable foundation allows you to build, to create, to design and dream. A stable foundation...