by Ashdown Technologies | Oct 10, 2014 | college, education, prevention, sexual assault, Survivor Stories
In 2013 a student at Amherst College, Angie opened up about being raped on campus, speaking about the emotional toll it took on her and how the school mishandled her case. As this case gained attention across the nation, the press started to pick up on other cases and...
by Ashdown Technologies | Oct 7, 2014 | Bullying, prevention
Bullying in America is a serious issue. With the overwhelming statistical data, parenting a child who has previously or is currently experiencing harassment or bullying behavior at school is a job most of us are simply not prepared for. There is no formal rulebook or...
by Ashdown Technologies | Oct 3, 2014 | Domestic Violence, prevention
Domestic violence is often called a hidden epidemic, occurring and affecting individuals and families behind closed doors. In truth, domestic violence is a public health epidemic affecting individuals, families and communities. Domestic violence is not biased – it...
by Ashdown Technologies | Sep 29, 2014 | Bullying, prevention
How many stories have you heard in the recent past about young people who have fallen victim to bullying? One story is one too many. Unfortunately many of the stories end with the tragic loss of life as a direct result. According to the website, Stopbullying.gov,...
by Ashdown Technologies | Sep 23, 2014 | Bullying, prevention
As a new school year begins, many parents will watch their children board those ubiquitous yellow buses with little cause for concern. Unfortunately for some children, the school bus ride can be fraught with danger. With long rides, unstructured time and only one...