You know what would be a good way to help stop domestic violence? Well, a Danish advocacy group thinks they have the answer. It’s a new online game entitled “Hit The Bitch” where you can simulate beating your girlfriend until she is black and blue with just the click of a button. My blood is […]
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Director’s Notes
Get to know more about the story and impact of Sin by Silence by the Director & Producer, Olivia Klaus.
Daily Miracles
“Everyday holds the possibly for a miracle.” That is the statement over the door as you enter into Lydia’s House – a transitional housing opportunity for women seeking refuge in the St. Louis area. That statement is still running through my head, even after we shared the film with the 20 resident women there this […]
Standing Room Only
We just finished our workshop at the National Conference on Health and Domestic Violence here in New Orleans, LA. With Lynn Rosenthal, the White House Advisor on Domestic Violence and Eve Ensler, of V-Day, being the keynote speakers I have to admit that I was very intimidated about the attendance of our workshop. We advertised […]
A Stranger Becomes a Friend
Yesterday we had the amazing experience to share Sin by Silence at the New Life Center in Arizona. As I walked through these amazing 4 acres of change, I was reminded that change is possible. About 4o women seeking refuge at this shelter were able to watch Sin by Silence and know that they mattered. […]
Helping a Teenager Stand Up
Tonight mattered. Tonight we made a difference. Tonight I was reminded why I made this film. We were at Central Arizona College, and I never imagined after my 1000th time (it feels like it) watching the film that my emotions would pour again. At one point during Brenda’s talk after the film, she asked if […]