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Home Depot employees build storage solutions for Faces of Hope

‘It is always an honor to make a difference in the lives of others’ The Home Depot Foundation partners with Faces of Hope

April 16, 2024

The Home Depot Foundation donated nearly $5,000 worth of materials to Faces of Hope to completely redesign three rooms at Faces of Hope’s new Meridian location.

Man pleads with woman who wants him to leave her alone

Bystander Intervention Could Save Someone from Domestic or Sexual Abuse

April 15, 2024

Bystanders have the power to help stop the abuse before it happens. Intervening in an abusive situation sends a powerful message to not only the perpetrator but to others who witness it as well. This message conveys that the behaviors displayed, whether they be sexual harassment, yelling, physical violence, or something else, are unacceptable and must end.

Jean Fisher, Faces of Hope Founder, in center

Faces of Hope Founder Speaks at the United Nations

March 27, 2024

Faces of Hope founder, Jean Fisher discussed the life-changing wraparound services of Faces of Hope at the United Nations. Fisher spoke at the Status on the Commission of Women 68th Session Parallel event in the discussion titled: Walking Together for Holistic Well-being: Alternative Practices from Women’s Centers.

Fisher was invited by the Turkish Women and Democracy Foundation (KADEM) and spoke about the creation and mission of Faces of Hope and how to best address victimization of domestic violence.

Faces of Courage benefit luncheon with Drea Kelly

50 Tickets Remaining for Faces of Hope Event Featuring Drea Kelly

March 22, 2024

With limited seats left for this empowering fundraiser, individuals are urged to secure their tickets promptly. Drea Kelly, a dancer, choreographer and motivational speaker, has transformed her personal journey of marital abuse to disgraced R&B star R. Kelly into a relentless mission to empower survivors of abuse.

Childhood Abuse and Self-Image

March 4, 2024

Self-confidence and a healthy, positive relationship with our body image are major components of the human experience. Those with low self-confidence tend to avoid social situations and avoid pushing themselves towards the unknown. This can inhibit the formation or strengthening of relationships, prevent growth within a company, and lead to a more subjectively poor mental health state.

Dating after Abuse

February 21, 2024

Dating after an abusive relationship can be a challenging journey. It is crucial to approach this process with self-compassion, awareness, and a commitment to help rebuild healthy relationships. In this post, we will look into some key insights to help those trying to date after abuse.

Creating and Maintaining Healthy Boundaries

February 6, 2024

Creating healthy boundaries within your relationships provides many benefits including, but not limited to, improving self-esteem, strengthening relationships, self-control, avoiding unhealthy connections and overall improving well-being. With the absence of healthy boundaries, the risk of toxic, abusive and/or unsatisfying relationships become more probable.

Press Release: Faces of Hope Announces Opening of Meridian Office

January 18, 2024

Faces of Hope is pleased to announce the long-awaited opening of its Meridian location on Thursday, January 25. The Meridian office will provide access to counseling, case management, and legal support services for crisis victims escaping an abusive situation.

The Emotional Impact of Stalking: Unraveling the Role of Relationships

December 7, 2023

Stalking is a serious problem affecting many people, more commonly women. Stalking can occur in many different social associations, such as intimate partners, relatives, acquaintances and strangers. Stalking causes a variety of negative consequences, such as emotional and financial problems.

How to Help Victims with Items that Promote Hope, Healing, and Empowerment

October 31, 2023

Families and businesses often ask us how they can help us out. There are many non-monetary gifts you can give to support the community of survivors we serve. Gathering items to put together can be a great service project or volunteer day! Read on to learn how you may be able to help us out.

Press Release: Drea Kelly coming to Boise for Faces of Hope Event

October 23, 2023

Faces of Hope Foundation announces advocate and survivor Drea Kelly as the speaker at their Faces of Courage luncheon at Boise Centre April 9, 2024. Drea, a prominent dancer, choreographer, entrepreneur, actress, and motivational speaker, has transformed her personal experiences of martial abuse into a relentless mission to be “a voice for the voiceless.”

Developing Healthy Relationships

October 2, 2023

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we want to chat about the fundamental elements of healthy relationships. Healthy relationships provide us with support, love, and a sense of belonging. To achieve a healthy relationship, it’s essential to understand and practice crucial principles like consent, boundaries, and respect.

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