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The NGO for Children exposed to Violence at Home was established in 2002 at the initiative of Kirsten Raffel Hermansen. The organisation was formed in order to help children living in families exposed to domestic violence. Through information campaigns the organisation aims to support children who are exposed to violence within the four walls of their home.
So far, three information campaigns have been conducted. The first campaign was aimed at younger children through a children’s book ‘It hurts when Dad beats Mum’. This book is now in its fith edition and has been distributed to crisis centres, health nurses, day care centres, and residential homes for children and to schools all over the country. The information campaign also included folders, posters and an infomercial film.
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The latest campaigns are aimed at teenagers. The ‘Break the Chain’ campaign intends to get this age group to realise that they can do something towards ending violence in the family. “Break up before you Break Down” is a campaign aimed at violence in teenage relationships. These information campaigns consist of a video programme and a CD, where children living in families exposed to violence and young couples tell their stories.
Furthermore, the organisation has a mail box facility on its website where children and young adults can write about their concerns and ask questions about violence in the family. Professional adults with experience and knowledge about problems in families exposed to violence reply to incoming letters within 24 hours.
The organisation is an independent body with ten ambassadors affiliated to it. These have committed themselves to represent the organisation’s cause. Among the ambassadors are a lawyer, leaders from both the private and the public sectors, a psychologist and a researcher.
All contributions will be gratefully accepted. The organisation’s activities depend on fundraising, membership and contributions. One can join the organisation by contacting the undersigned. Contributions and membership fees can be paid directly to the organisation’s account
Nordea 2150 8966741 830 mentioning your name and address.
The NGO for Children exposed to Violence at Home
Kong Georgsvej 23
DK- 2950 Vedbaek
Cellphone: 20 67 05 06
Kirsten Raffel Hermansen
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