Mission
Raise awareness and provide education about brain injury in survivors of intimate partner violence (IPV).
Support those affected by this by providing monetary resources to cover medical expenses and other needs.
Goals
“Women speaking up for themselves and for those around them is the strongest force we have to change the world.” - Melinda Gates
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Raise Awareness.
“Traumatic brain injury is a frequent sequela of intimate partner violence, from which many victims sustain multiple injuries without seeking medical care. Only 21% sought medical help at the time of injury.”
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Provide Access.
We provide monetary support to help people access quality medical care as well as to be able to afford basic needs such as food, and housing.
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Create a Community.
Through our work we will develop a community and network of support for those who have suffered from intimate partner violence.
“The prevalence of intimate partner violence (IPV) is striking, as are its consequences to the lives of women. The IPV often includes physical assault, which can include injuries to the head and attempted strangulation injuries. Both types of injuries can result in traumatic brain injury (TBI). The TBI sustained during IPV often occurs over time, which can increase the risk for health declines and postconcussive syndrome (PCS).”
KWAKO, et Al. | Traumatic brain injury in intimate partner violence: a critical review of outcomes and mechanisms.
History
“The identified lack of TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) knowledge among IPV (Intimate Partner Violence) service providers highlights the immediate need to increase education among management and frontline workers. Further investigation identifying best practices for knowledge transfer are suggested. The development of a national strategy addressing education, research, and funding is critical for successful uptake and integration of TBI-sensitive services within the IPV sector.”
— Haag, HL et al. Battered and Brain Injured: Assessing Knowledge of Traumatic Brain Injury Among Intimate Partner Violence Service Providers.
We must do better. The long term physical and cognitive symptoms associated with traumatic brain injury can have a lifelong impact. Early detection and treatment of TBI is critical to ensure the best possible outcomes for these victims. The Resilience Project’s project mission of raising awareness is critical to help support these IPV victims.
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