Thriver News & Upcoming Events

Susan Omilian To Be Named “Woman of Distinction”

On Thursday, April 25,  at its Third Annual Connecticut Women’s Conference , the Connecticut Women’s Alliance will be honoring Susan Omilian as its 2013 “Woman of Distinction.” The theme this...

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Honor for THRIVER Vanessa Stevens!

Singer/Songwriter is recognized for her “courage” and “example.” On Wednesday, April 3rd, the Out of the Shadows award by Safe Haven Program of Greater Waterbury Inc. was given to Vanessa...

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Domestic Violence: What young women need to know but are afraid to ask

An expert panel including Attorney Susan Omilian addresses the problem of...

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Thriver Tees to Support Domestic Violence Awareness!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Get a Thriver Spirit & Song T-shirt to show your support. These fashion tees for women are available in scoop and v-neck styles in sizes S, M, L, XL & XXL. T-shirts are $20 each...

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Thurs. October 18 Susan Speaks at Saint John’s Episcopal Church in Waterbury

To mark October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Susan Omilian, Author of...

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Reese Witherspoon Speaks at International Conference

This is a video from the World Shelter Conference that Susan Omilian attended...

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International Conference on Ending Violence Against Women Wows!

It was a gathering of 1400 people -- mostly women and a few brave men -- for four days from February 27 to March 1st in Washington DC. It was the World Conference on Women's Shelters sponsored by the National Network to End Domestic Violence and the Global Network of Women's Shelters. Former U.S. President Bill Clinton spoke (See video) and also actress Reese Witherspoon was there to give out Avon Foundation Communications Awards: Speaking Out About Violence Against Women...

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