Support Our WorkLatest FBI crime data shows increase in rapes in Massachusetts; advocates say #MeToo movement has encouraged more victims to report sexual assaults to police
October 5, 2019
MassLive by By Patrick Johnson
- JDI and JDI Member program YWCA of Western Massachusetts commented on story regarding increase reports of rape in the FBI's 2018 Uniform Crime Report.
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Attorney for 2nd Brown accuser: ‘The NFL acted promptly’
September 23, 2019
Boston Globe By Stephanie Ebbert, Danny McDonald and Sofia Saric
- Debra Robbin, executive director for Jane Doe Inc., a statewide advocacy and membership organization addressing sexual assault and domestic violence, explains why we think either the team or the league should have suspended Brown while the civil case proceeds.
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Man accused in fatal stabbing of Roxbury woman due to face murder charge in Roxbury court
August 13, 2019
Boston Globe by Gal Tziperman Lotan
- JDI, DOVE and MAPS comment on a domestic violence homicide in the Cape Verdean community
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At Worcester summit, killings of transgender black women highlight need for societal change
July 21, 2019
Worcester Telegram & Gazette by Brad Petrishen, Telegram.com
- At the 2019 JDI Prevention Summit, keynote speaker Isa Woldeguiorgius acknowledges the increasing violence against the transgender community, urging societal change. Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito introduces the RESPECTfully campaign.
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Violence Victims Describe Fear of Risking Deportation
June 30, 2019
By Chris Lisinski, The Eagle-Tribune
- Domestic abuse survivors and advocates supporting the Safe Communities Act gather at the MA State House to hear testimony and urge legislative action and support; if passed, the SCA would empower immigrant survivors of domestic and sexual violence.
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State must support survivors of gender-based violence
May 22, 2019
By Debra J. Robbin and Lysetta Hurge-Putnam, Cape Cod Times
- JDI and member program Independence House teamed up to publish this opinion piece advocating for state funding for services and prevention.
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Visionary Voice Award Recipient advocates for LGBTQ and Immigrant Survivors
May 12, 2019
The Rainbow Times, By: Audrey Cole/TRT Reporter
- Late April 2019, Hema Sarang-Sieminski was honored by JDI with the Visionary Voice Award for their outstanding activism and legal advocacy on behalf of survivors of sexual violence and partner abuse, particularly within the LGBTQ and immigrant communities, according to the organization that presented the award.
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Northeastern urged to ‘tell the truth’ about Boston Phoenix archive’s sex ads
May 3, 2019
Boston Herald by Marie Szaniszlo and Joe Dwinnell
- JDI said Northeastern University has the opportunity to shine a light on the tragedy of human sex trafficking and the social, economic and political forces at play,
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Our View: Highlighting pervasive nature of domestic violence
March 29, 2019
Eagle Tribune
- Eagle Tribune editorial takes a look at the complex reality of domestic violence and the efforts of JDI member agency Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center to help prevent it.
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Officials say Berkshires not immune to domestic violence, domestic homicide
March 18, 2019
By Kristin Palpini, The Berkshire Eagle
- The apparent murder-suicide discovered in a house fire this week, if confirmed, would be Berkshire County's sixth domestic violence homicide in the past four years.
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The Network/La Red Brings LGBTQ Sexual & Domestic Violence To The Forefront
March 11, 2019
The Rainbow Times
- Sabrina Santiago, Co-Executive Director of The Network/La Red (TNLR) spoke about JDI's recent gathering with state lawmakers to brief them on key legislation and budget priorities for 2019, pulling LGBTQ+ and other marginalized survivor needs into the larger inclusive focus.
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COALITION: FOLLOW GUV'S LEAD ON "HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS" GRANTS
February 27, 2019
STATE HOUSE NEWS SERVICE
- JDI legislative briefing highlights call for investment in prevention and priority legislation.
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College students, Pressley to gather Saturday in Cambridge for summit on sexual violence
February 22, 2019
by Katie Lannan for State House News
- JDI's Policy Director participated in a conference hosted by one of our partner organizations, Every Voice Coalition, to address campus sexual violence.
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Jane Doe, Inc. Director Reacts To Kraft Allegations
February 22, 2019
WBZ News Radio
- Debra Robbin, Executive Director of Jane Doe, Inc. told WBZ NewsRadio's Kim Tunnicliffe she's "dismayed and disappointed" to hear the news about Kraft.
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Patriots Owner Robert Kraft Charged With Soliciting Prostitution In Florida
February 22, 2019
WBUR 90.9FM
- Commenting on allegation, JDI expressed disappointment in hearing of charges.
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Long road to recovery from every woman’s nightmare
January 23, 2019
Boston Herald By Jessica Heslam
- JDI staff share insights regarding trauma, resilience in the aftermath of the rescue of a kidnapping victim.
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State leaders call for transparency in closed-door criminal hearings
October 2, 2018
Boston Globe by Nicole Dungca and Matt Stout
- The Boston Globe Spotlight Team investigation regarding the clerk magistrate system opened questions about the process and need for transparency.
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Jane Doe Director: Kavanaugh Hearings 'Triggering' For Assault Survivor
September 27, 2018
WBZ NewsRadio 1030
- Debra Robbin, JDI's Executive Director, commented on the Judiciary Committee Hearing regarding the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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Hope and Healing Makes Most of 'Jane Doe' Grants
August 23, 2018
August 23, 2018 by Kori Tuitt - The Lowell Sun
- Two survivors working with The Center for Hope and Healing in Lowell are the recipients of two of this year's Economic Empowerment Grants from Jane Doe Inc. and the Allstate Foundation.
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First conviction in #MeToo era a 'watershed moment'
April 27, 2018
Marie Szaniszlo - Boston Herald
- JDI Executive Director, Debra J. Robbin, comment on the Cosby trial and conviction.
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Representatives, Students Demand Universities Handle Sexual Assault
April 13, 2018
By Vivian Situ and Madison Arreola - BU News Service
- Policy Director, Maureen Gallagher, states why rallies and being an activist are important in changing policy and to push legislators to get certain bills to pass.
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Hearing to resume on BU rape case plea deal left judge 'baffled'
April 10, 2018
By Travis Andersen - The Boston Globe
- JDI comments on the importance of supporting survivors through sexual assault and domestic violence cases and why it is important that the responsibility of holding people accountable not fall exclusively on the survivor.
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Top official launch campaign against gender based violence
March 1, 2018
By Andy Metzger, State House News Service
- JDI launched the 11th Annual White Ribbon Day Campaign with a press conference to #ReimagineManhood at the State House on March 1, 2018.
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Women's group calls on gaming board to 'do the right thing'
February 28, 2018
Joe Dwinell - Boston Herald
- Debra Robins, ED of JDI, states that the Wynn name should be dropped from the Everett gaming palace, which is set to open in June 2019.
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A national ‘teach-in’ on gender-based violence
February 9, 2018
By Stephanie Ebbert, Boston Globe
- In aftermath of yet more allegations of sexual assault and domestic violence, JDI calls for conversation and accountability.
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Trump relates to Porter because he, too, has been victimized by women spreading vile lies
February 9, 2018
By Yvonne Abraham - The Boston Globe
- JDI comments on the abuse Robert Porter enacted on two former wives in Yvonne Abrahams satirical article.
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Heslam: Despite calls for boycott, USA Gymnastics heads to Boston
January 19, 2018
By Jessica Heslam - Boston Herald
- Jane Doe Inc. responds to calls for boycott as USA Gymnastics plans to host their national championships in Boston.
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Should the Legislature adopt the Safe Communities Act?
January 12, 2018
By Maria Szymanski and Shaunna L. O'Connel - The Boston Globe
- An article comparing the opinions of both authors on whether or not the Safe Communities Act should pass.
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The Take: Domestic Abusers Show Signs Of More Lethal Violence
November 14, 2017
NECN The Take with Sue O'Connell
- Toni Troop, Director of Communications for Jane Doe Inc., talks with Sue O'Connell about how domestic violence has special indicators for more lethal actions--mass shootings and why JDI is working to #ReimagineManhood as a solution to gender-based violence.
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Advocates: Elizabeth Warren’s story is 'universal'
October 25, 2017
by Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald
- Senator gains support after speaking out about harassment claims
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Women share stories of harrassment with 'Me Too'
October 16, 2017
WCVB 5 / ABC News
- JDI commented on the current #metoo campaign on this segment by Mary Saladna for WCVB5/ABC.
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DeVos’ proposed Title IX overhaul may prove harmful for Boston students
September 11, 2017
BU Daily Free Press
- JDI and other advocates question analysis and plans by U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos regarding sexual assault on college campuses and Title IX.
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Law firms focus on campus sex cases
September 7, 2017
Boston Globe
- Growing number of attorneys finding work defending those accused of campus sexual assault or misconduct.
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Sanctuary cities face federal funding loss
September 1, 2017
The Salem News
- Office of Violence Against Women funds at risk with Trump pledge to withhold funding for cities and towns that refuse to detain immigrants suspected of living in the country illegally.
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Finding safe place to live a big hurdle when victim decides to leave violent relationship
July 18, 2017
By Amanda Burke, Fitchburg Sentinel & Enterprise
- JDI our member programs Spanish American Center and YWCA of Central MA highlight the need for services and support in Worcester County.
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Sexual assault kit tracking system needed in Massachusetts so victims can check status, advocates say
July 13, 2017
MassLive (The Republican online) by Scott J. Croteau
- Jane Doe Inc. comments on effort to create statewide tracking system for all sexual assault/rape kits that collect forensic evidence of rape and sexual assault.
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Rapists can still assert parental rights through legal loophole
May 17, 2017
CNHI By Christian M. Wade
- JDI advocating for rape victims to have choice regarding parental rights by offender.
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Creature Feature: My Cat Kyle
May 17, 2017
WCVB: Chronicle
- JDI featured in story alongside Kyle, the cat with funny whiskers who made it big on Instagram, much to the surprise of his owner Jen Rice, and is helping to raise awareness about the issue of pet abuse and its connection to domestic violence.
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Campus rape victim advocates worry enforcement will ease under Trump
April 18, 2017
By Scott O’Connell, Worcester Telegram & Gazette
- JDI and other advocates address concerns about Title IX and efforts to address sexual assault in high schools and college campuses under Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos.
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Inaugural Exhibit at Barnstable County Fair to Address Masculinity
June 27, 2016
CapeCod.com
- Independence host is sponsoring JDI's White Ribbon Day Ambassador Display at Cape Cod Community College.
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Report urges action to prevent assaults at state colleges
June 15, 2016
Boston Globe by Reis Thebault
- On Tuesday, June 14, 2016, an updated version of a report on campus violence was issued to address sexual violence at the state’s 29 public colleges and universities.
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Ledger opinion columnist got it wrong
March 11, 2016
Patriot Ledger
- JDI joined with the Massachusetts Women's Bar Association to refute claims and misinformation written by columnist regarding visitation and parental rights when a child is conceived as an outcome of rape.
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White Ribbon Day 2016’s focus is on manliness
March 3, 2016
Boston Metro by Spencer Buell
- Jane Doe Inc. embraces Reimagine Manhood for this year’s anti-gender-based violence campaign
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Independence House director earns state recognition
February 25, 2016
Cape Cod Times By Cynthia McCormick
- JDI's Board President-Elect Lysetta Hurge-Putnam, who will receive a leadership award from the state for her work with survivors of domestic abuse, says the issue is more widely understood now than it was when she became executive director of Independence House 17 years ago.
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Coalition 'alarmed' by Mass. domestic violence homicide figures
January 29, 2016
Patriot Ledger by Chris Burrell
- JDI and member programs New Hope Inc. and DOVE discuss context of domestic violence homicide and child witness to violence issues after murder in Norton, MA.
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Murder-suicide victims mourned
January 20, 2016
Boston Globe By Peter Schworm
- JDI provides analysis and data related to murder-suicide in this article about the January 2016 murder-suicide in Waltham, Massachusetts.
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Polito, council release report on domestic violence law implementation
December 13, 2015
State House News by Matt Murphy
- Governor's Council to Address Sexual and Domestic Violence held meeting to review report on implementation of Chapter 260 of the General Laws that was passed in August 2014.
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Patriots owner Robert Kraft: Anti-violence training takes aim at 'endemic' problem
September 15, 2015
State House News by Katie Lannan
- Kraft calls Jane Doe Inc. "Head Coach" when announcing partnership
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High school rape case points to larger problem
August 27, 2015
By Dianne Williamson at the Telegram & Gazette
- Jane Doe Inc. comments on the "senior salute" and the trial for an alleged rape at St. Paul's School in Concord, N.H.,
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RESTRAINING ORDERS: Cohasset murder-suicide was catalyst for 209A law
August 17, 2015
Marshfield Mariner/Gatehouse News By Mary Ford
- History of creation of 209A Law to create abuse prevention orders recalled on one-year anniversary of passage of Chapter 260 in Massachusetts.
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Local woman receives grant money to move past domestic violence
July 6, 2015
By Maria Papadopoulos, The Enterprise
- BROCKTON – One local victim of domestic violence is on her way to a new life, thanks to a recent grant given to Family and Community Services by Jane Doe Inc.with help from The Allstate Foundation.
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Domestic violence convictions rare under new law
July 3, 2015
Boston Herald by Matt Stout
- Data compiled by nine of the state’s 11 district attorneys show conviction rates of approximately 28% for two new domestic violence laws in Massachusetts: Assault and Battery on a Family Member and Strangulation/Suffocation.
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Jane Doe Inc. awards $10k in empowerment grants to sexual and domestic violence agencies
June 29, 2015
Associated Press
- WORCESTER, Massachusetts — Jane Doe Inc. will present economic empowerment grants totaling $10,000 to 11 sexual and domestic violence agencies.
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Want healthy youth? Let's talk sexual violence prevention: Guest viewpoint
May 4, 2015
The Republican Editorials
- As part of Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in April, communities throughout Massachusetts and across the country are asked to take a hard look at what they are doing to address and prevent sexual violence.
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Mass NOW calls on ride hailing services to address safety
April 16, 2015
The Daily Free Press
- JDI supports the call by the Massachusetts chapter of the National Organization for Women calling on ride hailing services such as Uber, Lyft and Sidecar to take responsibility to address safety concerns.
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Geiger center staff urges lawmakers to support funding
March 28, 2015
Newburyport News
- JGCC staff and board participate in JDI annual advocacy day
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Domestic violence deaths 'most predictable types'
March 20, 2015
By April M. Crehan, Metrowest Daily News
- After an apparent murder-suicide was discovered Wednesday in Framingham, advocates for the victims of domestic violence echoed the same sentiment over and over: One is too many.
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Activists plan theater protest over Bill Cosby shows
February 6, 2015
Boston Herald by Gayle Fee
- Local organizers plan protest when accused sexual predator Bill Cosby takes the stage at The Wilbur Theatre in Boston.
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Diane Patrick has made her role her own by opening up
January 3, 2015
Boston Globe by Shirley Leunga
- A feature article on First Lady Diane Patrick and her leadership on issues of sexual and domestic violence.
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MIT removes professor’s online lectures after harassment charge
December 9, 2014
Boston Globe by Juan Esteban Cajigas Jimenez
- JDI provides commentary on decision by MIT to remove professor and need for school's policies to extend to online teaching.
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Domestic violence survivors say culture needs to change
October 23, 2014
Telegram & Gazette By Elaine Thompson TELEGRAM & GAZETTE STAFF
- New Hope and YWCA of Central MA as well as Jane Doe Inc. featured in this article.
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NFL Case Study: Lessons and Outcomes
October 1, 2014
The Provider
- Teachable moments abound from recent cases of sexual and domestic violence by players in the NFL and the organizations response.
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While sexual violence and alcohol overlap, they’re separate issues
August 10, 2014
JDI Letter to the Editor, Boston Globe
- Articles regarding the alleged rape at the recent Keith Urban concert at the Xfinity Center, address only half the problem. While there is overlap between sexual violence and alcohol, it’s critical not to conflate the two issues. Plain and simple: Alcohol use does not cause rape or sexual assault. .
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Dorchester woman recounts alleged abuse, stabbing
August 2, 2014
By Evan Allen | Globe Staff
- A Dorchester woman said she was defending herself from her former boyfriend when she stabbed him Thursday night in her apartment, killing him, as he allegedly attacked and threatened to kill her. JDI adds context to domestic violence death.
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Domestic violence victims need legislation passed
July 30, 2014
Patriot Ledger
- Hundreds of victims of sexual and domestic violence reach out to programs daily seeking support, resources and safety. Massachusetts is poised to pass two critical pieces of legislation that would vastly improve systems’ ability to respond to those needs and enhance community safety: An Act to Enhance Protections for Domestic Violence Victims (H4038 and S1897)and An Act Relative to the Reduction of Gun Violence (H4285 and S2265).
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Jane Doe Inc. and The Network/La Red Imagine a World Without Domestic Violence
July 8, 2014
EDGE Boston
- Massachusetts’ Jane Doe Inc., a coalition of 60 domestic violence provider organizations across the state, have teamed up with The Network/La Red to launch the "I Want a World" campaign, asking members to envision a world free of domestic and sexual violence. The article describes the vision and goals of the campaign to improve "understanding, accessibility and outreach to LGBT survivors."
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Parents of slain teen dedicated to ending dating violence
June 5, 2014
Boston Globe by Bella English
- The parents of Lauren Astley, who was murdered by her ex-boyfriend three years ago, have become regional and national activists.
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The Legacy of Jennifer Martel
March 27, 2014
Boston Globe by Yvonne Abraham
- House Speaker Robert DeLeo was shocked into action by Martel’s murder, and now has an evangelist’s zeal on matters of domestic violence.
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Domestic violence groups rally for more money
March 21, 2014
Metrowest Daily News
- BOSTON - Some 30 groups, including Framingham organizations Wayside Youth and Family Support Network and Voices Against Violence, came to the State House Thursday to push for legislation ranging from employment leave for violence victims, to making a felony of assault by strangulation and choking.
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6 months in jail for lawmaker Henriquez
January 15, 2014
By Maria Cramer and Michael Levenson, Boston Globe
- State Representative Carlos Henriquez was sentenced to 2 1/2 years, with six months to be served in prison followed by two years of probation for the assault of his girlfriend.
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Group decries letter’s use in sex offender suit
December 5, 2013
Boston Herald By: Matt Stout
and Erin Smith
- Level 2 sex offenders fighting to shield their names from the public used expert testimony submitted by JDI to make their arguments.
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No bail for Sutton man in girlfriend's death
December 2, 2013
By Susan Spencer, TELEGRAM & GAZETTE STAFF
- Colleen P. Butler, 60, of Sutton, Massachusetts, was allegedly beaten to death by her live-in boyfriend. JDI and member program New Hope, Inc. shed light on domestic violence.
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Summit explores money’s role in combating rural family violence
September 20, 2013
Daily Hampshire Gazette
- One of 3 articles covering daylong summit co-sponsored by Jane Doe Inc. and the Massachusetts Rural Domestic and Sexual Violence Project at the Smith College Conference Center on Friday, September 20, 2013.
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[Domestic] Violence & sex assault summit at Smith
September 20, 2013
WWLP Channel 22
- One of 3 articles covering daylong summit co-sponsored by Jane Doe Inc. and the Massachusetts Rural Domestic and Sexual Violence Project at the Smith College Conference Center on Friday, September 20, 2013.
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Project Seeks To Build Partnerships Between Anti-violence, Anti-poverty Advocates
September 20, 2013
WAMC Northeast Public Radio
- One of 3 articles covering daylong summit co-sponsored by Jane Doe Inc. and the Massachusetts Rural Domestic and Sexual Violence Project at the Smith College Conference Center on Friday, September 20, 2013.
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In Remy case, everybody figured wrong
August 22, 2013
Boston Globe, by Yvonne Abraham
- Abraham points out: "Just about everybody with the power to protect her from Jared Remy after he first attacked her in their Waltham home let her down. They overestimated him, deciding he would not attack her again – let alone kill her in the gruesome way he did....Everybody guessed wrong — disastrously wrong."
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State’s dangerousness law rarely invoked
August 22, 2013
Boston Globe, By Peter Schworm
- Schworm looks at history and use of dangerousness law as protective tool against domestic violence homicide. JDI and member programs Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center and REACH Beyond Domestic Violence comment on need to use this and other tools to fight for victims.
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DA orders outside review of Jared Remy case
August 22, 2013
Boston Globe, by Travis Andersen
- Andersen reports on decision by Middlesex District Attorney Marian T. Ryan to name two veteran prosecutors Wednesday to conduct an outside review of her staff’s handling of a domestic violence case last week against Jared Remy, who walked free after his arraignment, then allegedly killed his girlfriend the following evening. JDI and others comment on process and need for domestic violence victim advocate perspective as part of review team.
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Advocates speak out
August 22, 2013
Boston Herald
- JDI, DOVE and Safe Passage submitted letter to editor after being called out for not being vocal in aftermath of homicide of Jennifer Martel. Reporters Chabot and Cashman have been added to JDI's media list so that they can be better informed about what JDI is and is not saying.
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Local Cities Call for Men in Their Communities to Work to End Violence Against Women
August 13, 2013
Boston Metro
- As part of the statewide White Ribbon Day Campaign sponsored by Jane Doe Inc., Revere, Everett and Chelsea are calling on men in their communities to help put an end to violence against women.
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Shaken, Boston women prepare to fight back
July 26, 2013
Boston Herald
- JDI was asked to comment in the aftermath of the murder of Amy Lord in South Boston. The coalition emphasized the need to ensure that a focus on the individual's interest in self-defense and precautionary measures does not perpetuate victim-blaming.
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University of Massachusetts, Granby Junior-Senior High School students honored for White Ribbon Campaign videos
May 1, 2013
The Republican
- JDI's White Ribbon Day Campaign inspired the Northwest District Attorney's Office to sponsor a student video contest. The winning videos were made by Granby Junior-Senior High School and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.
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Visionary Voice Award given to Becky Lockwood
April 30, 2013
WWLP Channel 22
- JDI nominated Becky Lockwood for this year's Visionary Voice Award.
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MIT put in twist by naughty wristbands
March 12, 2013
Boston Herald
- JDI's Craig Norberg-Bohm comments on denigrating messages about women not being acceptable in light of event at South by Southwest event.
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Fujita Verdict Provides Backdrop at White Ribbon Day Event
March 8, 2013
State House News Service
- Hours after a 20-year-old Wayland man was found guilty of first degree murder in the death of his former high school girlfriend, domestic violence prevention advocates stressed the urgency in ending violence against women during a State House event.
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Somerville group battles teen domestic violence
February 20, 2013
Somerville Journal/Wicked Local Somerville
- February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Local programs such as RESPOND in Somerville and Casa Myrna in Boston share their expertise about how sexual and domestic violence impact teens and what we can do to stop it.
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On Domestic Violence in MA, An Encouraging Trend Emerges
January 2, 2013
Boston Globe
- Boston Globe editorial on December 31, 2012 remembers those who died in 2012 as a result of domestic violence related homicide. The number of such homicides was lower in 2012 than years past--12 in 2012 compared to 26 in 2011 and 32 in 2010 to 26--additionally 8 perpetrators were either killed or committed suicide. "Advocates for Jane Doe Inc., which tracks the numbers of victims, emphasize that more vigilance is necessary to address a problem that remains epidemic in American society. Data from the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey indicate that, every minute, 24 American adults are victims of physical assault, rape, or stalking."
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How children are affected by violence involving their parents
November 25, 2012
KevinMD.com
- Author Lucy Berrington looks at how domestic violence terrorizes children and what domestic violence programs are trying to do about it.
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'Take back our lives’
October 23, 2012
Greenfield Recorder
- JDI Communications Director Toni Troop spoke at the vigil for Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Turners Falls sponsored by JDI member program, NELCWIT.
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Attack of the 50-Foot Feminist Agenda
September 2, 2012
Boston Globe Magazine
- Reporter Barry Nolan writes about men's groups who believe that males are being victimized by out-of-control judges and politicians and who are working to undo years of progress in supporting victims and survivors. Nolan's article shows how wrong and dangerous these guys are and why they need to be stopped. JDI responds to his article as well.
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Ill-conceived preggo app ought to be Knocked out
August 31, 2012
Boston Herald
- New phone app targets teens and sends unhealthy message about pregnancy.
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Rental Protections For Abuse Victims Gaining Steam in House
August 23, 2012
State House News Service
- Victims of domestic violence will have greater leeway to end their rental leases to protect their safety without fear of financial penalty under a bill moving toward passage in the Legislature. After years of advocacy by JDI and our allies, the Coalition is hopeful of its passage.
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Rep. Calls Assault Charges "Untrue," Cites work against domestic violence
July 10, 2012
State House News Service
- JDI commented on the domestic violence related charges against Rep. Carlos Henriquez.
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Lowell High students take vow to end domestic violence
May 17, 2012
Lowell Sun
- Students at Lowell High took part in White Ribbon Day where the students pledged to end violence against women in a ceremony with Middlesex District Attorney Gerard Leone, school leaders, Craig Norberg-Bohm of Jane Doe Inc. and Kathy Kelley, executive director of Alternative House.
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Horror of domestic violence forever scars victims' families
March 14, 2012
By Elizabeth Roman, The Republican
- Three years after the murder of Ana Cruz, her husband was found guilty of murder. This article explores how domestic violence impacts on the family, friends and community.
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Universities across nation discuss plans against sexual assault
March 6, 2012
The Daily Free Press, by Amelia Pak-Harvey
- This is the third part of a series examining how Boston University handles cases of sexual assault, in response to the two separate arrests of men’s hockey players for sexual assault in the last two months.
The spotlight following the arrests of two Boston University hockey players has revealed that some universities have more resources and codes for sexual assault reaction than BU.
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Gay spouse murder case puts focus on long-hidden problem
February 24, 2012
Boston Globe, by Bella English
- This articles tells the story of the murder charges against Cara Lee Rintala for allegedly killing her wife Annamarie Cochrane Rintala. The article also speaks to the existence of domestic violence within the LGBT community.
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Hingham boys track garners Sportsmanship Award
February 20, 2012
Hingham Journal
- Under the leadership of Coach Fred Jewett, the Hingham Boys Track Team has demonstrated the important role that student-athletes and their coaches can play in creating and promoting sportsmanship as well as safe relationships and communities. Team recognized for their involvement with JDI's White Ribbon Day.
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Advocate decries accused’s Vatican tour
February 17, 2012
Boston Herald, by O’Ryan Johnson
- JDI asks questions about private guided tour of the Vatican for Massachusetts man facing multiple counts of child rape.
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Beanpot rivals team up to end violence against women
January 24, 2012
News@ Northeastern, by Jason Kornwitz
- Coaches, players and athletic directors for Boston’s Beanpot schools joined forces with community leaders on Monday at the State House to make a public declaration of their commitment to end violence against women.
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Beanpot teams campaign against domestic abuse
January 23, 2012
Boston.com Town Correspondent, Johanna Kaiser
- Players, coaches, and athletic directors from the four hockey teams that compete in the annual Beanpot Tournament--Boston College, Boston University, Harvard University, and Northeastern University--joined state officials and local district attorneys at the State House on Monday to encourage men and boys speak out against sexual assault and domestic violence.
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Senate gives 1st OK to domestic violence (and sexual violence and stalking) bill
January 10, 2012
State House News Service, By Colleen Quinn
- The law would require state employers with more than 50 employees to give up to 15 days of leave in any 12-month period to someone suffering from domestic violence abuse.
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More Prevention, Fewer Deaths
December 31, 2011
Boston Globe Editorial
- Each year The Boston Globe devotes a section of its editorial page to an In Memoriam to those killed in a domestic violence homicide in 2011.
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Advocates for Violence Victims Seek Housing Protections
November 1, 2011
State House News Service, By Kyle Cheney
- JDI joined other advocates to urge the Committee on Housing to back legislation that would protect victims of domestic violence, rape, sexual assault or stalking from discrimination. This bill is one of JDI's legislative priorities.
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Verizon Gives Nonprofits $200K to Address Domestic Violence
October 30, 2011
massnonprofit.org
- JDI one of a dozen groups to receive a grant from The Verizon Foundation to support programs that engage men in the prevention of domestic violence, promote healthy relationships among teens and young adults, and use technology to improve the reach of services that help survivors.
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Legislature to look at a new level of protection for pets
October 3, 2011
Boston Metro, by Michael Naughton
- JDI has long supported efforts to enhance protections against the abuse of pets. On October 5, 2011The Massachusetts Legislature is considering several bills to address this issue.
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Statistics on forcible rapes are called into question
October 2, 2011
Worcester Telegram & Gazette, by Scott J. Croteau
- JDI and Pathways for Change question the statistics on forcible rape in the most recent FBI's Uniform Crime Report. Drop in reports does not match experience of local sexual assault program or law enforcement.
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JDI Responds to Domestic Violence Related Homicides in LGBTQ Community
August 25, 2011
Bay Windows and The Rainbow Times
- JDI has joined with a coalition of domestic violence organizations, including the The Network/La Red, HarborCOV (Communities Overcoming Violence), Gay Men’s Domestic Violence Project (GMDVP), Fenway Community Health's Violence Recovery Program, and the GLBT Domestic Violence Coalition to address the uptick in domestic violence homicides in the LGBTQ community. A community vigil is planned for mid-September.
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Father Advocates Move for Repeal of Restraining Order Law
August 1, 2011
State House News Service, By Kyle Cheney
- Advocates for fathers are mounting a ballot effort to repeal the state’s restraining order law, arguing that it has been overused and misapplied in a way that discriminates against men and breaks up families. JDI will take this repeal effort seriously and stands ready to remind the public that restraining orders offer serious, necessary and life-saving protection for thousands of victims of domestic violence and their children each year.
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Contesting Divorce
July 11, 2011
Boston Globe - Letters to Editor
- JDI offered a different perspective in this letter to the editor than the one put forth by Ned Holstein of Fathers and Families in a recent Globe Magazine interview (First Person, June 19). JDI continues to advocate against changing the "best interest of the child" standard in current child custody laws.
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Rep. Fattman further clarifies crime victim remark
June 21, 2011
Worcester Telegram & Gazette, by John J. Monahan
- After meeting with officials of rape crisis centers in Boston, State Rep. Ryan C. Fattman, R-Sutton, has revised controversial remarks made two weeks ago about illegal immigrant crime victims seeking help from police.
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Lawmaker explains immigration remarks
June 11, 2011
Boston Globe, By Travis Andersen
- A freshman state lawmaker defended yesterday statements he made earlier in the week that suggested that illegal immigrants who are raped should be afraid to contact police, saying that his remarks were “misportrayed’’ in a newspaper article.
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Brockton Walk-A-Thon Highlights Domestic Violence Issues
June 8, 2011
Brockton Post Online
- Brockton resident Lovern Augustine and her mother Jennifer walked side-by-side from D.W. Field to the Raymond School as a statement against the continuation of a cycle that saw both mother and daughter become victims of domestic violence—a cycle both want to end with them. Augustine organized the walk to benefit Penelope's Place and Family and Community Resources.
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State police ripped for no alert on sex offender escape
March 18, 2011
Boston Herald, by O’Ryan Johnson and Laurel Sweet
- State police spokesman David Procopio said troopers notified the public as soon as they saw fit, adding that troopers worked around the clock hunting Addeo. He said there is no evidence that Addeo re-offended while he was on the run.
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Violence awareness rises at State House: Banner pushes a pledge not to tolerate abuse
March 4, 2011
State House News Service, by Matt Murphy
- Advocates for domestic violence prevention unfurled a banner yesterday on the front steps of the State House, featuring the Massachusetts White Ribbon Day pledge: “From this day forward, I promise to be part of the solution in ending violence against women.’’
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Dorchester suspect allegedly often fought with victim
February 27, 2011
Boston Herald, By Marie Szaniszlo
- Neighbors of a 28-year-old Dorchester woman charged with stabbing her boyfriend to death said they routinely heard the couple arguing violently. But when one of them allegedly heard the pair’s final fight Friday morning, instead of calling police, he “turned on the music.”
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Boston officer facing assault charges checks into treatment
February 23, 2011
Boston Globe, By Maria Cramer
- A Boston police officer who was once suspended for fighting with his girlfriend has checked himself into an addiction and mental health treatment center after officers arrested him in the alleged beating of his wife, prosecutors said yesterday.
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Will the 80-year-old Bill Cosby do time? Probably, expert says
November 30, 1999
Travis Andersen - The Boston Globe
- JDI Executive Director, Debra Robbin, comments on the Cosby trial and the strength of survivors involved.
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