For Men

Men are affected by dating violence, domestic violence, and sexual assault both as victims and as friends or loved ones of victims. Because women are assaulted more often than men, male victims may not realize that they are not alone, or realize that there is support and assistance available to them.

The effects of psychological, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse apply equally to both men and women.

If you, or someone you know, are in a violent relationship where the woman is the victim and you are looking for help, here are some numbers to call for Anger Management and/or Batterer’s Treatment:
Community Recovery Resources- 530.273.9541 or Common Goals- 530.265.2914

A Call to Men- April 25th

Calling all Fathers, Coaches, Educators, and Leaders! Fellas, When it comes to ending violence against women, well-meaning men can’t just be on the sidelines. It’s time to get in the game! Join Sairam Moore of DVSAC and Ernest Brown of WEAVE, Inc. Voice Against Violence for a community discussion on how we got here and [...]

Domestic Violence Against Men

How to Know if You’re a Victim of Domestic Violence Women and children are not the only ones subjected to domestic violence. Men can be victims of domestic violence as well. The one defining characteristic of most abused men is that they are extremely embarrassed by their predicament. Most men who want to reach out are [...]

Male Survivors of Sexual Assault

(Courtesy of Men Can Stop Rape) What you should know… about men who have been sexually assaulted Rape is a men’s issue for many reasons. One we don’t often talk about is the fact that men are sexually assaulted. We need to start recognizing the presence of male survivors and acknowledging their unique experience. The [...]

Stopping Rape: What Men Can Do

(Courtesy of Men Can Stop Rape) All men can play a vital role in rape prevention. Here are a few of the ways: Be aware of language Words are very powerful, especially when spoken by people with power over others. We live in a society in which words are often used to put women down, [...]

Supporting Survivors

(Courtesy of Men Can Stop Rape) When someone says, “I was raped”… Believe Them It is not your role to question whether a rape occurred but to be there to ease the pain. The fact is that false rape reports are no more nor less common than false reports for other violent crimes. Help Them [...]