Violence & Abuse

Types of Violence and Abuse

There are many forms of violence and abuse, including: physical, sexual, emotional, psychological, spiritual, financial, cultural, verbal and neglect. All forms of violence and abuse hurt. All types of violence and abuse are designed to exert control over you.

For more information about violence and abuse, check out the Violence Prevention Initiative

Violence in Newfoundland and Labrador

The Provincial Violence Prevention Initiative has created a number of fact sheets about violence in Newfoundland and Labrador. You will find them on this section of the Violence Prevention Initiative website.

Preventing Violence in Newfoundland and Labrador - Regional Coordinating Committees Against Violence

Ten regional committees are working hard to prevent violence in Newfoundland and Labrador. For a list of these committees and a lot more information, check out this section of the Violence Prevention Initiative website.