The Expat Life: The American Domestic Violence Crisis Line

Posted on 28. Mar, 2009 by Emmanuelle Archer in Blog, Expat Life, Tools & Resources
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Expat and bloggers, please help spread the word about the American Domestic Violence Crisis Line. Their mission is to serve Americans, including children, being abused in foreign countries.
Their toll-free international number can be reached from anywhere in the world by asking an AT&T operator to connect you to 866-USWOMEN (866-879-6636).

Statistics do not say if abuse is more prevalent among expat families. From anecdotal evidence, though, it is not hard to see that life abroad is rife with opportunities for abusers to perpetrate violence. Marital tensions, isolation from friends and family and, in some host countries, widespread tolerance towards domestic abuse are all contributing factors.

The always interesting Expat Women blog features an interview with the founder of the American Domestic Violence Crisis Line, Paula Lucas. Don’t miss Paula’s story. Her strength and determination in the face of abuse are an inspiration to all of us.

For non-American victims of abuse, Paula recommends the following international directory of domestic violence agencies: http://www.hotpeachpages.net/

Please pass on this information to your expat friends and relatives. It could save lives.

Emmanuelle