On March 21 and 22, the stage at the Unitarian Universalist Church in San Luis Obispo will transform into a space of truth, resilience, and healing as My Name Is… brings a real survivor’s journey to life. This moving production, written and produced by former detective David Norum, is based on the true story of… Read more »
February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), and Lumina Alliance is excited to invite you to a special movie screening that promises both entertainment and meaningful discussion. Join us for a free showing of “Easy A” at Colony Cinemas in Atascadero, where we’ll explore important themes about gender stereotypes and their impact on teen… Read more »
This story was transcribed by April Cole for the Storytellers Bureau at Lumina Alliance. It was told to April by Melinda Hatfield, who shares her family’s journey of loss, resilience, and breaking the cycle of violence. If you would like to share your story, please email [email protected] or call (805) 592-3324. The Cycle Textbook case;… Read more »
//Desplázate hacia abajo para español// At Lumina Alliance, our doors are open to everyone. We understand that sexual assault and intimate partner violence can impact anyone, regardless of their background, and we remain steadfast in our mission to provide safe, equitable, and inclusive services to all who need them. To foster trust and ensure safety,… Read more »
Dear Friend, As we reflect on the year and look toward the future, we’re grateful for compassionate supporters like you. Because of your generosity, Lumina Alliance continues to provide safety, hope, and resources to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Yet, with the road ahead uncertain, we need your support more than ever… Read more »
Domestic violence restraining orders, which protect victims and communities from gun violence, are under threat BY CLEMENTINE ELLIS As published in New Times on May 25th, 2023 Gabriella is a survivor of intimate partner violence. When they were together, Gabriella’s husband was very controlling and would sometimes hit Gabriella or threaten her with his handgun. Gabriella… Read more »
September 8th, 2020 Authored by: Carlin Hardy and Catie Haddad, RISE Interns Imagine if you had been severely harmed by the person you loved most. As you process this moment and the possible betrayal, shock, and pain you may be feeling, you are brought to the hospital. The disbelief of the night has begun to… Read more »
July 24th, 2020 Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a public health issue that has emotional, mental, and physical effects on survivors. Physicians are in a unique trusted position to identify victims of violence based on common symptoms and conditions consistent with IPV. Several barriers to disclosing violence exist, among them survivors not feeling safe and… Read more »
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