CPANB / APCNB 19 Sometimes those who are around an abusive partner overlook or minimize their behaviour which may inadvertently escalate the abuse. Talking to an abusive partner is an important part of preventing intimate partner violence, but it needs to be done carefully. Safety for the victim and the children must be a top priority. Abusive behaviour won’t go away on its own. • Choose the right time and place to talk. • Approach them when they are calm and offer help. • Be direct and clear about what you have seen and what worries you. • Remind them you care about them. • Don’t fight with them or try to force them to do anything.This can make things more dangerous for the victim. • Tell him that their behaviour is their responsibility, especially if they try to blame the victim. • Remind them that there is hope and they can change. • Avoid shaming or making judgmental comments about them as a person. • Tell them the violence needs to stop. • Remind them that violence and control does not make their family safe. The campaign uses a layered, integrated approach that builds on on-going initiatives of over 50 partner organizations and involves social media (Facebook and Twitter) and a new, easy access website with a complete suite of resources, tools, information and services government, private sector and non-profit). In addition to the web presence, the campaign includes presentations to various audiences, press interviews, and distribution of campaign content to organizations across New Brunswick. To learn more, go to www.gnb.ca/violence
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