Domestic Violence Help Is Available | Comcast Newsmakers

Domestic Violence Help Is Available - 5:05

Nicole Molinaro, Women's Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

Posted Apr 30, 2019

Every MINUTE in the U.S. about 20 people are physically abused by a partner. Host Sheila Hyland & Nicole Molinaro, Pres. & CEO, Women’s Ctr & Shelter of Grtr Pgh discuss tools & resources to help & keep battered women safe. Recorded at Alloy 26 at Nova Place in Pittsburgh. Hotline:412-687-8005wcspittsburgh.org

Hosted by: Sheila Hyland Produced by: Keystone Newsmakers Team

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