Megan Welsh's talk focused on raising awareness about domestic violence and promoting prevention strategies. She began by defining domestic violence, which includes physical, emotional, sexual, and economic abuse, affecting individuals across all demographics. Megan outlined key indicators of abuse, such as unexplained injuries, withdrawal from social interactions, and signs of emotional distress.
Megan emphasized the serious impact of domestic violence on victims, including severe mental health consequences and long-term trauma. She discussed common barriers that prevent individuals from leaving abusive relationships, such as fear of retaliation, financial dependency, and concerns for children or pets.
To aid prevention and support, Megan provided information on resources available to victims, including crisis hotlines, shelters, and counselling services. She highlighted the importance of community education and engagement in preventing domestic violence.
Megan concluded with a call to action for attendees to spread awareness, support those affected, and advocate for systemic changes to address and prevent domestic violence effectively.
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