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Bill of Rights

BILL OF RIGHTS FOR ABUSED WOMEN

I have the right not to be abused

I have the right to feel anger over past abuse

I have the right to change the situation

I have the right to freedom from fear of abuse

I have the right to request and expect assistance from police or social agencies

I have the right to share my feelings and not be isolated from others

I have the right to want a better role model of communication for my children

I have the right to be treated like an adult

I have the right to leave the abuse

I have the right to privacy

I have the right to express my own thoughts and feelings

I have the right to develop my individual talents and abilities

I have the right to legally prosecute my abuser

I have the right no to be perfect

Author Unknown

14 Nov 2005