From the determined and courageous Amelia Earhart to the passionate and free-thinking Barbara Jordan, women have been trailblazing with grace and spirit for centuries in order to create a better and safer country for everyone.
But many women struggle every day against odds that are stacked against them. Approximately 1.3 million women are physically assaulted by an intimate partner each year in the United States. And in Texas, two women are killed by their intimate partners each week.
In recognition of Mother's Day, we believe that honoring the women in our lives will lead to healthier families and communities. Do you know women in your life who have the same outstanding qualities and characteristics as Amelia Earhart, Rosa Parks, Lady Bird Johnson and Barbara Jordan?
Like the pioneering women who have come before them, women who have been victims of domestic violence find the strength and resilience to overcome obstacles to change their lives. Join us in honoring the women in your life and stand with the women who are trying to overcome domestic violence in their lives.
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1:22 pm PDT, Sep 1,Richard Silvester, United Kingdom
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5:36 pm PDT, Aug 28,Name not displayed, California
My mother lived her faith as well as kindness, caring, consideration, loyalty, unlimited support for her children and others unknown to her personally. She was an excellent teacher, even without a college education.
She insisted that I be a participant in Girl Scouts, my church youth group and a service club in high school (the only outlets that my father would accept).
She silently suffered from a very domineering husband who didn't recognize her lifelong learning and experiences unless they met his standards and level of schooling. She had siblings and understood children's wants and needs. He was an only child, who was tied to his parents and helped to support them from age 10 on, without being able to be a kid himself. I assume he never got a chance to learn how to have a personal equal, only a professional one.
My mom did her best and trusted in God for what she couldn't provide herself. Her strong faith and personal values have taught me too many things to name individually or count.
So far, I am enjoying a 40+ year marriage that I wouldn't have but for her loving example of compromise and carrying on no matter what the circumstances. I miss her.
My mom passed when I was only 21 and newly married, yet what she was able to teach me, I am passing along to my children and grandchildren, too. She didn't live long enough to see her grandchildren or get to meet and enjoy her great-grandchildren.
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4:01 pm PDT, Aug 26,Souzan Mohamed, Australia
Women in my life are Strong, assertive, and true believer in their capability and real fighters for their rights. Without them my life would be empty and meaningless.
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11:58 am PDT, Aug 26,Samantha Wilkinson, Florida
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9:11 am PDT, Aug 26,Lisa Hughes, Texas
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6:51 am PDT, Aug 26,Sylvia Maria Booth, Michigan
Whether it roles models in my family, like my mother and godmother, or friends young and old...the women in my life have inspired me to be strong and believe in myslef, follow my dreams, take joy in my accomplishments and forge ahead without fear of falling. They have all been there too and are ready with encouragement, love, and a little fun to help me should I fall and need help picking myself back up. Thank you to them and to all the woderful women that inspire and challenge us, whether they be personally known to us or just inspiring examples. Happy Women's Rights Day! Chin up girls, keep fighting the good fight!
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3:53 am PDT, Aug 26,Suzanne Seeman, Ohio
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3:37 am PDT, Aug 26,Matt Boyce, Indiana
the women in my life are my mother, my grand mother, my great grand mother , very strong women, I shall never forget them.
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11:51 am PDT, Aug 20,Alessandro Cerminara, Italy
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2:27 am PDT, Aug 17,Sigrid De Ruyck, Canada
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9:30 pm PDT, Aug 7,Name not displayed, Kentucky
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11:25 am PDT, Jul 30,K Schmidt, Colorado
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6:43 pm PDT, Jul 29,Renee Lacy, North Carolina
faith
love
dedication
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3:12 pm PDT, Jul 29,Reece Carke, Germany
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12:51 pm PDT, Jul 29,JOAN MORRIS-KNOUFF, Ohio
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1:05 pm PDT, Jul 21,Amber Block, Kentucky
I am striving to overcome the pain and scars of domestic violence. More women need to realize that this is not their fault and get out, it will be better for yourself and your children. My family has been instrumental in my recovery and I thank God for them daily.
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4:10 am PDT, Jul 16,KRISTIN PRINCE, North Carolina
Loving,courageous,strong,understanding,compassionate,caring,determined,unique,etc.
12:45 am PDT, Jul 3,Kim Ora-a, Hawaii
Its time for woman to stand up against these men who they think can walk on us. Forget it fight back and get out/ I will never be in another relationship like this again. No man will ever control me or keep me queit. I am WOMAN hear me ROAR!!!!
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5:48 am PDT, Jul 2,David Petrosky, Massachusetts
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9:58 pm PDT, Jul 1,Tatiana Costa, Brazil
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8:39 pm PDT, Jun 30,Natassa Katseli, United Kingdom
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8:49 am PDT, Jun 29,DA Smith, Minnesota
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9:25 pm PDT, Jun 28,Noelle Cruz, California
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6:50 pm PDT, Jun 27,José Pedro Campeã, Portugal
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5:30 am PDT, Jun 27,Name not displayed, Latvia
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8:32 am PDT, Jun 24,Michael Formenta, Florida
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6:14 am PDT, Jun 24,Diana Petelle, Nebraska
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4:50 pm PDT, Jun 23,Falcon Guthert, United Kingdom
