It will air on public television stations around the country beginning this October, for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This stirring new program includes dramatic vignettes and discussion from experts and survivors of abuse, and provides concerned neighbors, friends, co-workers and family members with safe and easy ways to respond to, and help prevent, abuse. The program was made possible by a generous grant from The Allstate Foundation. In addition to airing the program, several of these stations plan community events to raise awareness of domestic violence. We hope every American will have the chance to see it.
Domestic violence is a leading cause of injury to women.
Speaking Up includes tips that range from simply reaching out to a friend who may be abused to taking action against abuse in one's community. Domestic Violence bumper sticker and general information about abuse. Viewers should check local listings to see if their station is planning to air Speaking Up, and should encourage them to do so if they are not. Ghez is the executive producer. The host is Carla Maria Sorey.