Joyful Heart Foundation The Joyful Heart Foundation works to foster a community that turns toward the issues of sexual assault, domestic violence and child abuse. Such a community, empowered with knowledge, courage and compassion, can support survivors of this violence and engage in an open dialogue about how to collaboratively end the cycle of violence and abuse. We invite you to read our story here and join our joyful community.

News & Events 3/20/12 – New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signs historic DNA Databank bill into law 3/15/12 – JHF's Mariska Hargitay and NAESV's Terri Poore call on Congress to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act now 3/5/12 – Supporters and partners gather in Los Angeles to honor Joe Torre and all the men working to end violence and to celebrate JHF’s work in LA 3/2/12 – JHF staff members join advocates from across the world at NNEDV's Second World Conference of Women's Shelters		Spotlight: Take Action This April April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. This year, taking action is more important than ever. Statistics show that 1 in 5 women are raped during her lifetime and 1 in 6 men have had an abusive sexual experience before the age of 18. More than 5 children die every day as a result of child abuse. We urge you to get involved in any of these important ways: - Tell your Senator to support the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act. - Sign the pledge and add your photo to say NO MORE to sexual assault and domestic violence at NOMORE.org. - Visit OneStrongOhana.com to learn about some of the simple ways to prevent child abuse and neglect in your community.		Cristina Carlino Since our earliest days, Cristina Carlino has been one of Joyful Heart’s most vocal and most generous supporters. Kara Greenspun Read one survivor's story of hope and healing. Creative Expression Learn more about our featured healing modality, creative expression.
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