Pandemic Domestic Violence

Pandemic Domestic Violence

Top of Mind with Julie Rose

HBCUs, Investors Decisions, Upcycled Food

Episode: HBCUs, Investors Decisions, Upcycled Food

  • Aug 10, 2021 8:00 pm
  • 13:41 mins

The pandemic caused both the rates and severity of domestic violence incidents to increase across the country. Nonprofits that offer shelter to domestic violence survivors are now facing depleted budgets, burned-out staff, and waves of victims who can finally escape now that pandemic restrictions are lifting. Ruth Glenn, president of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, explains the current pressures facing domestic violence shelters. (Segment produced by Olivia Young)