Heather Flett

I Didn’t Have to Play Games This February, in recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we launched the I Wish I Had Known awareness and prevention campaign. We invited adults to reflect on what they wish they had…

For Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month we asked adults to share what they Wish They Had Known about dating and relationships when they were younger, and how that might have changed their lives.

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Knowing Might Not Have Mattered We launched the I Wish I Had Known awareness and prevention campaign in honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. We invited adults to reflect on what they wish they had learned about…

For Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month we asked adults to share what they Wish They Had Known about dating and relationships when they were younger, and how that might have changed their lives.

takingbackourlives.org/i-wish-i-had...

I Wish I Had Known to Listen to My Gut This February, in recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we launched the I Wish I Had Known awareness and prevention campaign. We invited adults to reflect on what they wish they had…

For Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month we asked adults to share what they Wish They Had Known about dating and relationships when they were younger, and how that might have changed their lives.

takingbackourlives.org/i-wish-i-had...

Abuse Doesn’t Always Start With a Hit We launched the I Wish I Had Known awareness and prevention campaign in honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. We invited adults to reflect on what they wish they had learned about…

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Time Does Not Heal All Wounds This February for Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we launched the I Wish I Had Known awareness and prevention campaign. We invited adults to reflect on what they wish they had learned about…

For Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month we asked adults to share what they Wish They Had Known about dating and relationships when they were younger, and how that might have changed their lives.

takingbackourlives.org/i-wish-i-had...

I Wish I Had Known: Domestic Violence This February, in recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we launched the I Wish I Had Known awareness and prevention campaign. We invited adults to reflect on what they wish they had…

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Join us as we explore adults' reflections on what they Wish They Had Known about relationships when they were younger and how that knowledge might have altered their lives.

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The Importance of Loving Myself This February, in recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we launched the I Wish I Had Known awareness and prevention campaign. We invited adults to reflect on what they wish they had…

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. We will be sharing our I Wish I had Known campaign all month through our blog. Join us as we explore adults' reflections on what they wish they had learned about relationships when they were young and how that might have altered their lives.

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Talking to Teens About Dating Parents and caregivers play one of the most important roles in teen dating violence prevention. The way adults talk with teens about relationships, boundaries, and communication directly impacts how…

Have you talked to the teens in your life about healthy dating relationships? Check out our latest blog post to find tips and resources.

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Your story can help others. Submissions are due January 31st.

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Your story can help others and highlight the importance of dating violence prevention. Submissions are due January 15th.

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Your voice can spark understanding, encourage healing, and help ensure that the next generation grows up equipped to build relationships rooted in respect, safety, and care.

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Give yourself the gift of Healthy Boundaries this Giving Tuesday.

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My foster cat is seriously doubting her previous life choices.

Who Said Boys Can't Have Feelings? Why do boys seem to have so much trouble expressing their emotions, and what can adults do to help?

At our 1st meeting with 8th-grade student leaders, 2 girls shared that they joined to help their brothers, who’d been taught not to have feelings. Since social-emotional learning is central to our work, we ask: How are you helping the boys in your life recognize and express a full range of emotions?

Today is the last day of Domestic Violence Awareness month. Thank you everyone that supports our work to prevent domestic violence before it begins. There is still time to make your October donation.

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Please share our Domestic Violence Awareness Resources.

This October we are raising funds to end domestic violence by empowering teens to build healthy relationships, prevent dating violence, and lead culture change in their schools.

If you need help, call 1800799SAFE or text 88788.

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No Kings Chicago October 18, 2025

Scenes from Chicago No Kings October 18, 2025

Chicago protest October 8, 2025

This October our Board of Directors is holding a friendly fundraising competition. Pick your favorite Director and help them reach their goal!

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If you need help, call 1800799SAFE or text 88788.

I’ve had a lot of cute foster kittens but my 2 new ones are real beauties.

We are very excited to share our new blog. Look for updates on our current happenings, reflections on our past, and plans for the future.

Latest foster babies. Pics from @dangemkow.bsky.social

New bottle babies!

Check out all our 2025 school year program highlights from @takebackthehalls.bsky.social

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I am completing week 7 of my 18 week marathon training schedule. Saturday is 12 miles, let's hope that the temperature break before then.
I would love to get to $600 raised for @takebackthehalls.bsky.social before my Saturday run. I am only $41 dollars away.

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Latest foster crew. They go back tomorrow to find their forever homes.