February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month

One in 5 teens who have been in a serious relationship report being hit, slapped or pushed by a partner. Last week, Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli joined Senators Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Joseph Lieberman (I-Conn.) to announce the Senate’s passage of Resolution 373, which designates February 2010 as National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.

"For the first time, this crime is being commemorated as ‘National Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month,’ instead of a week. This is no small feat, and I commend the Senate for its unanimous passage," said Associate Attorney General Perrelli. "The department will continue to raise awareness regarding teen dating violence, and will use federal resources to assist schools and communities in stopping such violence."

For more information on the House Of Ruth Maryland Teen Dating Violence Prevention Initiative, click here.