Beome part of the solution in preventing domestic violence

October 13, 2009

Anonymous The Laurel Leader-Call Tue Oct 13, 2009, 09:02 AM CDT

To the editor:

All too often stories of domestic violence make the headlines. Every nine seconds a woman is abused in the United States. And what's more, 50 percent of men who frequently assault their wives, also abuse their children.

These statistics could be referencing you, your daughter, mother, niece, a neighbor, a close friend or a co-worker. Domestic abuse does not discriminate. It crosses all social, economic, racial and cultural lines. Domestic abuse is a real threat; in fact, it is the second most prevalent crime in the country, and without intervention, can have life-threatening consequences.

Verizon Wireless is a recognized corporate leader for its commitment to preventing domestic violence and raising awareness of this issue. We strive to put the nation's most reliable wireless network to work in our communities by turning wireless phones into support for victims of domestic violence. This program is called HopeLine®.

Everyone with previously used wireless phones has an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of domestic violence victims during Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October through the HopeLine program. We collect no-longer-used wireless phones, batteries and accessories in any condition from any wireless service provider in stores across the Laurel area. All proceeds from the collected phones benefit victims of domestic violence and will help women and children in local shelters across our city including the Domestic Abuse Family Shelter.

Reliable communication is vital for these women to maintain relationships with family, friends and counselors; find safe housing; and schedule job interviews. Wireless phones can also provide a key connection to law enforcement and support networks and can equip survivors with the technology necessary to begin rebuilding their lives.

While I deeply appreciate your outreach, I challenge you to become part of the solution all year by donating a wireless phone to the HopeLine program. Just one donation has the power to change or even save a life.

— Kay Henze

President-Houston/Gulf Coast Region

Verizon Wireless

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