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Empowerment Luncheon to Tackle Domestic Violence Issues

10/17/2025

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The Standing Against Domestic Violence Empowerment Luncheon will be held October 16, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at Allegra Banquets in Villa Park, Illinois.
The Gathering Lighthouse sponsors the event.
Norma Peterson, Executive Director of Document the Abuse, will lead a panel including June Kortum, panelist, and Gwendolyn J. Sterk, a family law attorney and advocate.
The discussion will address fear, silence, and resources for victims.

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The Standing Against Domestic Violence Empowerment Luncheon will be held October 16, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at Allegra Banquets in Villa Park, Illinois.
The Gathering Lighthouse sponsors the event.
Norma Peterson, Executive Director of Document the Abuse, will lead a panel including June Kortum, panelist, and Gwendolyn J. Sterk, a family law attorney and advocate.
The discussion will address fear, silence, and resources for victims.