February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. 1 in 3 women, 1 in 4 men, and 1 in 2 trans and nonbinary people will experience an abusive relationship in their lifetime. We believe that prevention is essential and that educating our young folks now on dating violence will set them up for a future of healthy and happy relationships.
To do this, we will be sending out information to both teens and parents on the warning signs of an unhealthy relationship, healthy qualities in relationships, and how to talk about relationships. We will also post a short video of teens sharing their experiences with healthy relationships and which red flags they plan to avoid in toxic relationships. Keep an eye out on our social media and look for communication from us with these resources!
Do you know a teen that is currently in a concerning relationship? Remember that our 24/7 Crisis Line is available at 336-243-1934 for safety planning and resources.