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AG James highlights resources for domestic violence victims amid coronavirus pandemic

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Wed, Apr 1st 2020 06:20 pm

Attorney General Letitia James, along with state and local officials and advocates, reminded victims of domestic violence they are not alone and that help remains available around-the-clock. On average, more than 10 million individuals per year are physically abused by an intimate partner in the U.S. Her camp said, “While social isolation is necessary amidst the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, it may aggravate what is already a widespread problem.”

“With the pandemic forcing society to stay primarily in their homes, it is understandable that victims of domestic violence are feeling particularly vulnerable at this time,” James said. “As we take extraordinary steps to confront the threat to public health posed by this global pandemic, we must not lose sight of the very real potential for an increase in intimate partner abuse. I encourage those who experience domestic violence to reach out to relevant resources for help and guidance during these difficult times.”

Domestic violence impacts individuals of all races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses and genders, and occurs in every community across New York. There are programs available to those experiencing intimate partner abuse in counties across the state, in addition to 24-hour national and state hotlines standing by to provide assistance.

The following is a list of resources for anyone experiencing intimate partner abuse:

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