Key Issue - Domestic violence affects one in three women in the United States annually [2] - In Lebec, Texas, over 45,500 domestic violence reports were filed in a single year, with the actual number likely higher [3] - The current system often fails survivors by focusing on logistics and limitations rather than listening and providing immediate support [6][7] Proposed Solutions - Prevention through self-defense lessons to empower young girls and teach them their worth [12] - Intervention with mentors and psychologists to help young women recognize manipulation [12] - Empowerment through creating a movement where no woman feels invisible or silenced [13] - Shift focus from post-abuse support to pre-emptive measures, preventing abuse before it occurs [10][14] Call to Action - Encourage teaching young people to recognize abuse and empowering them to speak up [11] - Advocate for impactful action on the front end of abuse to prevent young girls and women from becoming victims [19] - Promote the idea of love as a revolution against silence, creating opportunities for protection and breaking the cycle of abuse [15]