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EMPOWERHER:
"Nisha Chanelle's" Domestic Violence Prevention Program"

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"Nisha Chanelle" 

Tenisha "Nisha Chanelle" Butler, a 33-year-old mother of two boys (ages 14 and 20 months), was tragically murdered by her estranged husband on January 6, 2024, as she left work with her co-workers.

For over a year, Tenisha endured severe physical, mental, and emotional abuse. Determined to protect herself and her children, she moved to a different county to be closer to family and escape her abuser. However, her husband tracked her down, placed tracking devices on her car, and forcefully entered her home on multiple occasions, taking her phone and laptop. He also stalked her and her children, making threats both at school and at night.

 

Read Her Story

The AAEW "Nisha Chanelle Domestic Violence Prevention Program" is a meaningful initiative created in honor of a young woman whose life was tragically taken by domestic violence. This program is dedicated to raising awareness about the profound impacts of domestic violence while offering essential support and resources to those affected.

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Through the "Nisha Chanelle Domestic Violence Prevention Program," we seek to honor Nisha's memory by advocating for victims of abuse, empowering them to seek help, and breaking free from harmful relationships. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive community where survivors can find healing, solace, and a path to rebuilding their lives.

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This program is also committed to educating the public on the warning signs of domestic violence, promoting healthy relationships, and fostering a culture of respect and empathy. By sharing Nisha’s story and raising awareness, we aim to prevent future tragedies and build a world where no one has to endure the pain of domestic violence.

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The "Nisha Chanelle Domestic Violence Prevention Program" serves as a beacon of hope and resilience. It reminds us of the importance of standing up against abuse, supporting those in need, and honoring the memories of those lost to domestic violence. Together, we can make a difference and work towards a future free from violence and fear.

Types of Abuse

Domestic violence and abuse can manifest in various forms, each equally harmful and damaging to the victim. Here are some common types of domestic violence and abuse:

  • Emergency Shelter and Transportation

  • Relocation Assistance

  • Safety Planning

  • Legal Advocacy

  • Support Group​

  • Counseling and Other Community Referrals

  • Clothing & Household Items

  • Case Management

  • Victim of Crimes Application Assistance

1. Physical abuse: This involves any form of physical violence or force, such as hitting, kicking, slapping, punching, strangling, or using weapons to cause harm.

 

2. Emotional or psychological abuse: This type of abuse involves behaviors that undermine a person's sense of self-worth and emotional well-being. Examples include verbal threats, insults, manipulation, gaslighting, and isolation from friends and family.

 

3. Sexual abuse: This includes any form of non-consensual sexual activity or behavior, such as rape, sexual assault, coercion, or unwanted sexual advances.

 

4. Financial abuse: This occurs when one partner controls or restricts the other person's access to financial resources, such as money, bank accounts, credit cards, or employment opportunities.

 

5. Digital abuse: This involves the use of technology to monitor, control, or harass a partner, such as through cyberstalking, surveillance, harassment, or sharing intimate photos without consent.

 

6. Stalking: Stalking is a pattern of repeated and unwanted behavior that causes fear or distress in the victim. This can include following, monitoring, harassing, or threatening the victim, either in person or through various forms of communication.

 

7. Spiritual or religious abuse: This type of abuse involves using religious beliefs or practices to control, manipulate, or justify abusive behavior. It may include forced participation in religious activities, shaming or guilt-tripping based on religious beliefs, or using religious teachings to justify abuse.

 

8. Cultural or identity-based abuse: This can involve discrimination, prejudice, or abuse based on a person's race, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other aspects of their identity.

 

It is important to recognize that domestic violence and abuse can take many forms, and it is not always easy to identify.

 

 

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Services We Offer

If you or someone you know is experiencing any form of abuse, it is crucial to seek help and support.

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 1-877-223-9462

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