Domestic Violence Assistance
Join the Department of Family Services for a new installment of the Men’s Challenge Initiative – a series of group discussions that seeks to influence men and boys through conversations about developing healthy relationships. See below for a full list of discussion topics and meeting dates.
Tuesday, January 11, 2022 | Faith for a Mentally Strong Relationship
Presenter: Dr. Ricardo Reeves
Tuesday, January 25, 2022 | Trafficked Boys: Bringing Male Victims of Human Trafficking Out of the Shadows
Presenter: Jerome Elam
Tuesday, February 8, 2022 | Finding Who You Are By Knowing Who You Aren't
Presenter: Kenny Smith
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 | Ready or Not - The Subtle Trappings of Teen Dating Violence
Presenter: Bruce D Edwards, Esq.
Tuesday, March 8, 2022 | Fatherhood - The Game Changer
Presenter: Franklyn Malone
Learn more about the Red Flags of Domestic Violence Virtual Symposium
Watch the virtual Girls Talk: A Queen’s Worth event.
Join Us Saturday, March 20th, for a Conversation About Health & Wellness
Teen Summit: No Excuse for Dating Abuse
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The Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking Division:
- Assists in the coordination of services and programs for individuals impacted by domestic violence, human trafficking or sexual assault
- Collaborates with stakeholders
- Identifies gaps in services
- Develops programs and services to meet the unique needs of our community
- Advocates for victims of intimate partner violence, domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual assault and their families
Domestic Violence is a behavior used by one person in a relationship to control the other person. Partners may be married, dating, co-habituating, domestic partners or in a civil union.
More Information about the who can be victims and what abuse look likes is available:
Get more information about common myths of domestic violence.
Where to Get Help
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| Resource | Phone |
|---|---|
| Emergency Assistance | 911 |
| Resource Information | 211 |
| Community Crisis Services, Inc. (Emergency Shelter) | 301-731-1203 |
| Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence | 800-MDHELPS (800-634-3577) |
| Prince George's County Sheriff's Office Domestic Violence Unit | 301-780-8600 |
| Prince George's County Police Dept. Domestic Violence Unit | 301-772-4433 |
| University of Maryland Hospital Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Center | 301-618-3154 |
| House of Ruth (24-Hour Hotline) | 410-889-RUTH (410-889-7884) |
| Community Advocates for Family and Youth (CAFY) | 301-390-4092 |
| Prince George's County Family Justice Center | 301-780-8008 |
| Prince George's County Child & Adult Protective Services | 301-909-2450 |
In an effort to expand our outreach efforts, we encourage you to incorporate our Domestic Violence Prevention Memes and webinar into your services, events and programs.
View the Webinar | Listen to the Podcast | Download the Resource Guide
Myths & Truths
- Domestic violence does not affect many people. False: It affects approximately one million people in the U.S. every year and 85% of victims are women.
- Domestic violence is just a momentary loss of temper. False: The abuser makes a conscious decision to abuse. Loss of temper is a tool to enforce control through fear, and its part of a pattern of abuse.
Awareness Events
- Events Calendar
Related Links
- Relationship Quiz: Am I Being Abused (English PDF)
- Relationship Quiz: Am I Being Abused (Spanish PDF)