| "Surviving Abuse" 
The issue of gay rights has become part of the national dialogue. Questions of gay marriage and of equal protection under the law are discussed constantly, and have even made their way into the presidential debate. All that is probably good �?a public debate of any issue is better than having it remain under the surface. But a most basic issue is being overlooked: safety and prevention of violence. 
Same-Sex Partner Domestic Violence We hear stories of domestic violence every day, but rarely do we imagine abuse between two men or two women. However, gays and lesbians are susceptible to domestic violence just as any other individual.
So, why do we hear so little about domestic violence between gays and lesbians and why are so few cases reported? First off, it's difficult to determine which partner is the victim (unlike heterosexual couples where the woman is most often the victim). Many gay men hesitate to report abuse, fearing exposure of their sexuality. There are very few abuse centers that provide services for lgbt individuals. There are even fewer centers solely dedicated to gay and lesbian victims. Because majority of support groups are comprised of heterosexuals, gays feel they must hide their sexuality or come out to the support group. Many gay couples share friends, so the victim may be afraid of losing the support he finds in his partner and mutual friends. Victims of abuse should focus on their safety and not the fear of being "outed" or losing existing support systems. Join us as we discuss these senstive issues and hopefully provide solutions to this ever growing problem 
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