A man from Billings, Montana, whose troubled upbringing and substance abuse issues lead to a violent and tragic end with his partner.

A young, intelligent woman with a determined spirit who, despite early motherhood, strives for a better future while navigating a volatile relationship.

A figure in domestic violence prevention who developed the Danger Assessment tool, which helps quantify the threat level faced by abuse victims.

An advocate focused on the medical treatment of domestic abuse victims, particularly in understanding the effects of strangulation and traumatic brain injuries.

A proponent of restorative justice, promoting programs like ManAlive to disrupt cycles of violence.

Co-founder of the “High Risk Team,” advancing methods to enhance protection for domestic violence victims.

Collaborator with Suzanne Dubus, improving support strategies for women in abusive situations.

A detective specializing in assisting domestic violence victims in highly dangerous circumstances.

Creator of ManAlive, an intervention program designed to help men with a history of domestic violence.

Founder of Emerge, an intervention program for addressing domestic violence by working directly with abusive men.

Author of Coercive Control, whose work is pivotal in recognizing non-physical forms of abuse like stalking and social isolation.

A legal advocate for evidence-based prosecution of abuse, dedicated to shielding victims from further harm during legal proceedings.

An admitted domestic abuser engaged in rehabilitation programs, whose background includes childhood sexual abuse.

A domestic abuser with a history of substance abuse, involved in rehabilitation efforts to address his violent behavior.