…“Audrie was so large in life, she was a great athlete, great musician, good student, good kid. And then she was gone… We had to do something. We are giving a voice to our daughter, we have to so nobody
On this page, you can download many of the That’s Not Cool campaign materials, including creative files for our TV and print PSAs, information about the research we’ve conducted, and tips on social media outreach. Use the categories …
It’s great that you want to stand up against teen dating abuse by activating your friends – way to …
Archived Ambassador Missions
Check out the monthly Missions listed below. For every Mission you complete, you’ll receive up to 15 points that you can use to get to the next Ambassador level. We’ll also feature Ambassadors here each month, so …
Eager to learn more about how you can apply the lessons and facts you’ve learned on this site to your everyday work in your community? Follow the links above to get practical tips from people who were working on-the-ground at …
There are many ways to structure teen dating violence prevention programming, but our experience and research have shown us that four key elements prove especially crucial to ensuring the success of prevention efforts; engaging those who influence middle schoolers; educating …
Middle school is a critical time for kids. They begin to see themselves and their relationships with others in new ways—shaped by a unique set of influences and changes that arrive in their lives.
We all know how critical these …
Start Strong: Building Healthy Teen Relationships (Start Strong) was a national program of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) in collaboration with Blue Shield of California Foundation (BSCF) and Futures Without Violence. From 2008 to 2012, …
…“Audrie was so large in life, she was a great athlete, great musician, good student, good kid. And then she was gone… We had to do something. We are giving a voice to our daughter, we have to so nobody
Those who are surviving violence in their relationships and families …
Archived Recordings…
This is the fourth in a guest post series for …
This is the first in a guest post series for …
As you may know, February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness …
1 in 3 teens is a victim of dating abuse, …
Our Strategies leverage 35 years of experience in the power of collective action by bringing together government, healthcare, workplace human rights, business and education organizations to create a society-wide web of healing and prevention. Together, we are creating a future …
Intimate partner violence can directly impact reproductive and sexual health—increasing risk for unintended pregnancies and abortions, miscarriage, and sexually transmitted infections.
With one in four women at risk for abuse in her lifetime, domestic violence is more common than other …
Story by That’s Not Cool ambassadors Stephanie, Marie and Kiara. “We are spreading the word to as many people as we can on the topic to get others involved to try to reach those who happen to have been in …
Story by Youth Council Advisory Council member Abigail Miranda
What is Machismo?
Machismo is a predominant “traditional” belief in Latinx communities that women are inferior to men. Machismo takes forms in various ways and often is culturally ingrained within …
What does this moment demand of us?
In a year like 2022, this question called for a bold response. Hate and gun violence surged, the pandemic left so many families struggling, and women and girls in Ukraine, Iran and elsewhere …
Encourage open, honest, and thoughtful reflection about relationships. Allow kids—especially boys—to express their ideas and expectations for the relationships in their life. …
Tiffany Garner, MA, MPA
Tiffany Garner currently serves as the Policy Advocate for Children & Health at Futures Without Violence in Washington, DC. Prior to her time at Futures, she focused on preventing further …
Tiffany Garner currently serves as the Policy Advocate for Children & Health at Futures Without Violence in Washington, DC. Prior to her time at Futures, she focused on preventing further firearm violence and homicides through …
Beth Dye is a communications consultant specializing in the non-profit sector. She is a co-founder of The Futures Council, a San Francisco volunteer organization focused on raising awareness and funds for the Futures Without Violence Courage Museum. Beth also lends …
Intimate partner violence poses a significant health threat across Indian …