It’s a gray, rainy afternoon at the School of the Art Institute. A woman excitedly taps me on the shoulder, “Is it OK if I touch them?” She gestures to my books on display. “Please!” I say. “That’s what they’re there for.” For anyone else this interaction might seem odd, but I’ve gotten used to […]
Author: Mirabelle Jones
Mirabelle Jones is a book artist, performance artist, and writer living in East Los Angeles. She a sexual assault and a domestic violence victim's advocate for http://elawc.org/ and the founder of artagainstassault.com. You can follow her at MirabelleJones.com or support her future projects at Patreon.com/mira.
What to Do in a Domestic Violence Situation: A Guide for Survivors and Supporters
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Ms. Blog will be publishing a series of posts detailing the impact of domestic violence, including personal essays and more, throughout the month. If you are reading these words, then you’ve been affected by domestic violence. For some of you, these words immediately ring true. They speak to memories or […]