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Why Abuse Awareness Matters

Domestic Violence: Big Costs for Employers
A national survey by the Corporate Alliance to End Partner Violence revealed that 64% of victims and survivors said relationship abuse affected their ability to work—costing U.S. companies more than $8.3 billion each year.

Educators Witness the Affects of Child Abuse
The impact reaches schools as well. Children who experience or witness abuse often struggle with attendance, behavior, and academic performance, creating long-term challenges for both students and educators.

Elder Abuse is a Public Health Issue

Elder abuse is a critical public health issue. Survivors report higher rates of depression. They often withdraw from social interactions, and many blame themselves, which results in shame and silence and magnifies these effects. They also have higher rates of hospitalization and institutionalization, at an estimated annual cost to our nation’s healthcare system of $5.3 billion. They are three times more likely to die prematurely. (acl.gov) 

Deeper Understanding of Police Violence

There is a health effect from being inundated with publicized images and videos of police violence.  Research led by Ali Sewell found that police killings also “spill over” to negatively impact the health of individuals living in impacted neighborhoods and can trigger certain traumas and collective memories, forcing community members to relive the violence. (Brookings.edu)

The Value of Participation

By engaging in Foster Friend Foundation’s awareness trainings, organizations strengthen their moral, ethical, and reputational commitments while equipping staff and communities to recognize and respond to abuse.

Communications Consulting with Impact

Foster Friend Foundation Communications Consulting helps organizations speak clearly and responsibly about abuse, prevention, and survivor support.

We translate complex, sensitive issues into messages that mobilize the public, build trust, and drive change.

Who We Serve

Our fee-based consulting services are available to:

• Child welfare and foster care agencies
• Advocacy and survivor-led nonprofits
• Senior centers
• Families
• Schools and educational institutions
• Faith-based organizations
• Clinics and hospitals
• Community organizations
• Philanthropy and corporate social impact teams

Our List of Services:

• Strategy & Messaging
• Awareness Training 
• Mission-aligned communications plans
• Audience research & message testing
• Brand narrative, voice, and tone guides
• Crisis-aware messaging for sensitive disclosures
• Campaigns, Content, & Campaign Surveys
• Awareness and Prevention Campaign
• Social Media Playbooks & Content Calendars
• Crisis Communications Guide: Survivor-safe storytelling frameworks 
• Articles, op-eds, newsletters, and website copy
• Public Affairs Consulting & Representation 
• Media Training (trauma-informed)
• Press Materials, Rapid response Protocols & Holding Statements
• Crisis Communications: Thought-leadership 
• Stakeholder Briefings
• Community Engagement
• Street & Social media outreach regarding the impact of abuse
• Capacity Building
• Workshops for staff, foster parents, and partners (Topics from this list)
• Policy Explainer toolkits (plain-language)
• Talking Points for Media
• Safety Plans

Please email your request to: info@fosterfriend.org