Give Today to Empower Teens and Prevent Dating Violence
Your donation helps us educate teens about healthy relationships, prevent abuse, & create a safer future for our youth.
Every Teen Deserves a Safe and Healthy Relationship
Meet Gwen, a bright and outgoing high school student who seemed to have it all—friends, good grades, and a promising future. But behind her confident smile, Gwen was struggling in silence. Her boyfriend’s behavior started small—checking her phone, questioning her friends—but soon escalated to constant criticism, isolation, and emotional manipulation. Gwen didn’t recognize the signs of an unhealthy relationship, and she didn’t know where to turn for help.
Stories like Gwen’s are far too common. In fact, 1 in 12 teenagers experiences physical or sexual abuse in a dating relationship. Many teens don’t understand what healthy relationships look like or don’t feel empowered to seek help when something doesn’t feel right. That’s why Bay Area Turning Point is committed to prevention through education.
During Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, we’re working directly with teens to teach them the warning signs of abuse, how to set boundaries, and where to seek support if they or someone they know is in danger. But we can’t do it alone.
Your donation helps fund workshops in schools, outreach events, and the development of resources designed to empower teens to build safe, respectful, and healthy relationships. Every dollar ensures more young people like Gwen
Join us in making a difference. Donate today to help us create a safer future for our teens. Together, we can prevent teen dating violence and ensure every young person knows that love should never hurt.