Press Release: Domestic Violence Expert Unveils Transformative Book on Child Protection
CANTON, Conn., February 19, 2024 – David Mandel, a renowned expert in domestic violence intervention and child welfare, announces the release of his groundbreaking book, Stop Blaming Mothers and Ignoring Fathers: How to Transform the Way We Keep Children Safe from Domestic Violence. This essential read is aimed at both professionals in the field and survivors, offering a new perspective on the systemic issues surrounding the safety and well-being of children in domestic violence situations.
Mandel's book challenges the pervasive myths that undermine effective intervention in domestic violence cases, focusing on the critical errors of blaming mothers while overlooking the role of fathers. Through engaging narrative, case studies, testimonials, and innovative comic art, Mandel delves into the six key myths that distort professional practice and hinder the protection of children.
“Stop Blaming Mothers and Ignoring Fathers not only critiques these myths but also provides practical tools and strategies, such as the Safe & Together Model and the Perpetrator Pattern Mapping Tool, to reshape the way professionals and systems respond to domestic violence,” said Mandel. “The book emphasizes the importance of partnering with survivors, addressing perpetrator behavior as a parenting choice, and acknowledging the efforts of protective mothers.”
The virtual book launch on February 28, 2024, will offer an opportunity for readers to engage directly with the author and discuss the book’s implications for improving outcomes for children and families affected by domestic violence.
Mandel's insightful work promises to be a catalyst for change, encouraging a shift toward more ethical, efficient, and effective responses to domestic violence, and fostering environments where children can remain safe and together with their protective parent.
For more information about the book, please visit Safe & Together Institute's website.
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About the Safe & Together Institute
The Safe & Together Institute is a global leader in domestic abuse–informed training, consulting, and implementation support. Founded by David Mandel in 2006, the Institute's mission is to create, nurture, and sustain a global network of professionals and organizations working to improve systems' responses to domestic violence when children are involved. The Safe & Together™ Model provides a framework for partnering with domestic abuse survivors and intervening with domestic abuse perpetrators to enhance the safety and well-being of children. The Institute has trained thousands of professionals across the United States, Australia, United Kingdom, Canada, and other countries, working with child welfare systems, family courts, domestic abuse advocates, and other stakeholders to develop domestic abuse–informed practices and policies. For more information, visit https://safeandtogetherinstitute.com.