Domestic Violence — The Trends of Las Vegas

Teens Challenged to Break the Cycle of Dating Violence

Break the Cycle, Verizon and Dr. Phil are challenging teens to help raise awareness and end the cycle on dating violence through an innovative competition, hosted by the “Let Your Heart Rule” campaign. Teens are asked to collaborate with classmates to create their own video Public Service Announcement (PSA) to proactively speak out against teen dating violence, competing with other student teams across the country. Winning students will receive $1,000 in cash for their school, tablets from Verizon Wireless and the chance for their PSA to be featured on national television.

Interested teens must be between 13-18 years of age and enrolled in high school in the United States to be eligible for participation. Students can form teams that consist of up to five students and are encouraged to creatively collaborate on their entries. Five videos will be selected for a final round where teens, friends and family can vote for their favorite PSA. One grand prize winner will be chosen and receive new tablets from Verizon Wireless, a $1,000 stipend for their school and the chance to have their PSA aired nationwide on Dr. Phil and the Verizon FiOS network. Entries must be received by April 15, 2011.

Teens who would like more information on this competition can visit www.letyourheartrule.com for contest rules and updates. For more information on Break the Cycle, visit www.breakthecycle.org. To learn more about HopeLine from Verizon, visit http://verizonwireless.com/hopeline.

Rihanna talks about Domestic Violence “Her Story”

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Rihanna talks about Domestic Violence “Her Story”. after months of keeping silent, Rihanna is now able to share her story to million of us. She opens about her relationship with Chris Brown and what she learned about herself.

Note: If you find yourself in a violent relationship, ask for help. Try, there are shelters that can help you or contact a church, your local Police Department and ask for help. It takes courage and knowing that you do have support out there can help you find the courage inside you to pick up the phone or open that door.