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Funds raised by PEARR go to Women In Distress of
Broward County, Inc., the only state certified,
nationally accredited, full-service domestic violence
center in the county. Women In Distress provides
victims of domestic abuse with a 24-hour hotline,
shelter, counseling, and educational programs.
Created and founded in 2006 by Victoria Dawson, PEARR: Professionals Educating and Advocating
Respect in Relationships, is the Professionals Auxiliary of Women In Distress of Broward County, Inc. and has raised over $22,500 since its inception to support all of the agency's programs.
PEARR provides professional networking opportunities and activities for members, while focusing on healthy relationship education and empowering lives. Some of our events and activites include CDM's Golf Tournament, Adopt a Shelter Project, PEARR Summer Bash, Live Boldy Art Show and Auction, Second Thursdays Bookclub, Networking Wine Tastings, Educational Seminars, General Membership meetings and more. Visit our Calendar of Events to see what is coming up soon. All the proceeds from our memberships, activities, events, and donations go to support the domestic violence programs and shelters at Women In Distress.
Join PEARR today and help in our efforts to generate more awareness of this national epidemic of domestic violence.
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Domestic Abuse Hotline
Did you know that 1 in 4 women in their lifetime will be affected by domestic violence? Or that homicide is the #1 cause of death in pregnant women? Protect yourself and those you love by knowing all the signs of dating/domestic abuse. Its never too late to stop the violence and break the silence.If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, please call the Women In Distress 24-hour Hotline: (954) 761-1133. All calls and services are confidential. .......................................................................................
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