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Secrets, Lies and Apologies...
America's
Domestic Violence Crisis
 

Bringing this issue into the light of day

	Stories from victims and perpetrators tell it all.  Abusers talk about how and why they became violent. Victims talk about the abuse they suffered, why they did not end the relationship, and why they still love their batterers. A daughter explains how her father’s need for complete power and control has continued to affect her as an adult. Along with these compelling stories, this documentary details one community’s unique approach to handling domestic violence cases. Mandatory arrests for perpetrators and court-ordered education for both perpetrators and victims are explained by a judge, a sheriff, a court advocate, a probation officer, and a counselor. This program makes it clear that all of us are affected by domestic violence.  It is not just a victim’s problem.  The underlying message is that no one deserves emotional or physical abuse and that solutions must focus on education through the community.

Who should watch this video:

	VICTIMS:  This program will help victims understand that they don’t deserve to be hit.
	ABUSERS:  Abusers will learn that domestic violence is not an acceptable way to deal with anger and conflict.
	PARENTS:  Parents can begin teaching their children about domestic violence using the information in this video.
	COUNSELORS AND TEACHERS:  This video is a great tool for counselors and teachers to get the message across to those who need to hear it.
	MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:  Perhaps one the best solutions to ending domestic violence is to teach young children that violence is not an acceptable way to get what you want.
	COMMUNITY AND NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH GROUPS:  Show this video to help neighbors know what to look for and why they should report incidents of domestic violence.
	EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES:  Domestic violence disputes often spill over into the workplace.  Employees will be more aware of how to help coworkers who are victims.
	GENERAL PUBLIC:  Videos such as this one are very good at attracting public interest in an issue like domestic violence.

Review:
"This contemporary video presents domestic violence in a well structured and balanced framework. The interaction between the victim, perpetrator and professions provide a good visual definition of domestic violence, its remedies and community support. The strongest sequences in the video are those on the perpetrator's sentence and the victim education. The video addresses the impact on children and victim resources. The video does not overlook the history of legal system's growth with regard to domestic violence..."   Sandy Reynolds, Palm Beach, FL

What others are saying:
"We would like to commend you for the superb job putting this together.  It must have taken much time and resources.  Adding information about sexual assault, self esteem and the reconciliation process and how interrelated that is with domestic violence was excellent."   Angela Cameron, Hope's Door, Caldwell, ID

"The video is excellent and it works for me on multiple levels, whether I'm in a class or working with individuals."    Perry Lawson,  COPE,  Almagordo, NM

"Secrets, Lies and Apologies... is an excellent resource for domestic violence agencies like ours, to use to educate people of the seriousness of this epidemic. The video is very professional, and it answers many questions that are commonly asked in regards to domestic violence. It will be used as a part of our training materials, and I highly recommend this tool to other agencies." 
Ann M. Alden, Public Information Coordinator, Project Response, Inc.  

"Very well done video."    Jenni Guentcheva, Canon City, CO