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candlelight vigil for domestic abuse victims

Air Force launches another study on improving aid to abuse survivors

Tens of thousands of airmen and guardians who responded to an internal survey in 2020 said they were mentally or physically abused in the past two years.

By Rachel S. Cohen

4 months ago

Capt. Sean Kimsey, an officer in the 628th Medical Group, reads stories of fallen airmen during the domestic violence candlelight vigil ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Oct. 19, 2015. The ceremony honored all of those who have been affected by domestic violence, both living and deceased, by sharing stories, lighting candles and releasing balloons. (Tech. Sgt. Renae Pittman/Air Force photo)

Tens of thousands of airmen, guardians report dealing with mental or physical violence

More than half of the respondents said they had recently dealt with an intimate partner or another person who was violent, workplace harassment, bullying or hazing.

By Rachel S. Cohen

19 months ago

How bad is DoD’s domestic abuse problem? Unclear, thanks to data gaps, auditors say

DoD and the services have made progress in their response to domestic abuse, but need better visibility over cases and commanders' actions.

By Karen Jowers

2 years ago

Is military domestic violence a ‘forgotten crisis’?

Lawmakers said military leaders need to do more to address spousal abuse in the ranks and make families aware of support services.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

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