Experts around the world are reporting increasing domestic violence during the pandemic. But in Arizona, some advocates say victims may not be in a position to seek help or move into a shelter. This is the story of one woman who found the courage to do just that and, along with her children, come out on the other side.
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A mother’s journey: How one Arizona woman navigated domestic violence amid a pandemic
by Franco LaTona, Cronkite News
December 11, 2020
