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Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch announced today a new guidance from the Justice Department designed to help law enforcement agencies prevent gender bias in their response to sexual assault and domestic violence, highlighting the need for clear policies, robust training and responsive accountability systems.

County and federal officials Tuesday focused on domestic violence locally and nationally by reminding Houstonians that help is available over the holidays, including the filing of protective orders, which is a free service. […]

For many people around the world, January first represents an opportunity for renewal or rebirth, a time to make a promise towards self-improvement. But there is a world of difference between a New Year’s resolution and a life goal. Through goal setting, however small or large, however near or far in the future, our brain accepts the desired outcome as an essential part of who we are. It sets our direction.

The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday temporarily blocked a lower court order that allowed same-sex parents throughout the state to be listed as parents on the birth certificates of their children.

To raise awareness and help generate funds for families impacted in Canada, The Window Project was created at the Untitled & Co store in the Fashion District area of Toronto. The elaborate holiday-themed window is in place from December 6th-13th. Upon closer inspection of the scene, passersby will see that it depicts a woman who is a victim of domestic violence.

The United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon reminds us “On Human Rights Day, let us recommit to guaranteeing the fundamental freedoms and protecting the human rights of all”. On the occasion of Human Rights Day 2015, the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights will launch a 12 month campaign under the slogan “Our rights“.