Exciting news. We are participating in the Value Village fundraising program, FUNDrive. Our goal is to raise $500 for the work of RESPECT by gathering unwanted clothing and household items. Can you help us reach our goal? Do you have unwanted items you would like to clear out of your house? If so, read on…….. The Step…
It’s not just high school and university students who graduate. The women from our When Love Hurts support groups do too. In June we held our annual Spring Social and Graduation ceremony. Thirty women came together for a double celebration: we celebrated the continuing work of our Society, and the journey of the women completing…
An amazing piece of theatre performed by Ann Brown. Green Door tells the story of Ann’s relationship with Danny. From meeting at a UK holiday resort, to marriage and family life, Ann takes you on a journey that is both heart warming, and heart wrenching.
Lots has been happening so far in 2021 for RESPECT Society for Women.
The following is an interview on What She Said by Karen McAndless-Davis and Jill Cory by Kate Wheeler…
In January, Karen McAndless-Davis gave a presentation to the Missions Festival seminar. We recorded it so others could hear it…
Abusive behaviour is often cyclical, involving honeymoon, tension and explosion phases.
Come out on Friday, January 29th and hear Karen McAndless-Davis in person as she addresses the topic of partner abuse, violence against women and domestic …
What exactly is relationship abuse? How would I know if I was experiencing abuse in my relationship?
Some links and resources for women.
I was abused by my husband for the entirety of our 12 year relationship. It took me 12 years to put a name to this crazy behaviour, because this abuse did not take the form of physical blows. It started off subtly with mindgames, teasing. He found it funny to see me get upset, so…
An inspiring story of one women’s journey to freedom from abuse in her marriage.
Hear Karen McAndless-Davis share her expert knowledge on how abusive people communicate with their partners.
Karen McAndless-Davis and three survivors of abuse talk about the reality and impact of abuse in marriage. The speakers touch on some of the different types of abuse – verbal, emotional, financial, and spiritual. They speak to the devastating impact that abuse has on the lives of women and their children. This message took place…
Some abuse related books that women and communities might find helpful.