One Love Against Domestic Violence

Who am I?

A Mother, Friend, Artist, Victor, ......a LIGHT.

It has always been my passion to help and serve all women, especially those experiencing diverse hardships. We have got to be there for each other, it is the only way to build and preserve our beautiful communities.

I am sure that many of us have been affected by domestic violence in some way or another in our lifetime. I was a victim; NOW I AM A VICTOR! My hope is that we can all come together in unity to form a community that provides a safety net of sound support to abuse victims.

One Love Against Domestic Violence is dedicated to all people, from all walks and ways of life, especially victims of domestic violence.

My hope is that many of us as victims and victors of domestic violence can come together to give support, and love, and healing to each other.

I hope to use payments/donations, made towards my Artwork and Crafts, to Fund the positive work being carried out by One Love Against Domestic Violence. This Support Group is geared towards the restoration and empowerment of victims of domestic violence (men, women, and children).

We offer Literacy/Reading Readiness Classes, Skill Development Classes -  Free Jewelry Making Class, and Small Business Development Consultation.

Helping people is my passion, and I believe that each of us is a light, and we need to shine our true lights!





What happens to the ‘real’ victims of Domestic Violence after the verbal, emotional, or physical violence has seemingly ended between estranged couples? Is it possible for the abuser to continue to abuse and harass his/her victim? And what if the abuse does continue? Where do we go from there? What are the strategies in place to ensure that victims/survivors can enjoy life and have a peace-of-mind after domestic abuse?

I personally have experienced, and continue to experience the ‘violence after the violence’. A wave of hate, scorn, anger, and resentment still exist, and it comes at me even more violently now. But, I’m not worried about me, because I’m a ‘big’ girl, I am more worried about the negative effect it will have on my child/children. What effect does domestic violence really have on the minds and personalities of innocent children? As a victor and survivor of Domestic Violence myself, I believe that many of us adults hope to heal and grow and move on with our lives. But how do you cope with the psychological, emotional, and mental abuse that still exists; where there is a psychological war being fought behind the curtains, and whose poor soldiers are sweet, innocent little children?

The bruised , broken, or dead body of a Domestic Violence victim tells a tragic story of something gone terribly wrong; a story deeper than the eye can see. Yes, we see our victim/survivor, but what of our abuser. Who is that person? What’s their history? It is my opinion that many abusers have experienced some form of abuse themselves and as a result, and most times with no true awareness, they become abusers as well.

I personally believe that there are different types of abusers, but they all crave one thing, control. They need to be able to feel "in" control at all times. But are abusers truly being assisted in dealing with their issues on a personal level? Abuse in families is a serious cry for help because it is a mean and painful cycle that affects everyone involved. Sadly and ultimately, innocent children are always the ones most scarred because this behavior might be passed down to them.

Domestic Violence is a serious issue in America and throughout the entire world. It is a vicious and destructive cycle that affects everyone. An abuser needs 'real' and reformative help. I also believe that both the abused (children as well) and the abuser should be counseled thoroughly after an experience or encounter with domestic violence. It is a terrible injustice that breaks the heart and blurs the light that shines from the soul, and so it is unquestionably important that we all learn new ways and methods of how best to transition, protect, nurture, and develop the post-domestic-violence family, victims and abusers.

THANK YOU.