Peer Advocate Point of View: Nicole Avey

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My name is Nicci and I have been working for loveisrespect since its launch in Feburary 2007. When I was informed that there was a teen helpline opening up I jumped on the opportunity immediately because I think it’s really important that there is a resource available for teens and to also educate teens about the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships. It is very rewarding to assess real situations and solve and provide resources accordingly. I think that one of the big problems facing teens today is the lack of education on this issue. To know that I am helping spread the word and educating teens all over the country makes me think that only positive things can come from this helpline.

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i love what you are doing nicci. i just want teens to get the strength to leave a bad relation ship no matter how much they love that person and with what you an every body else that trys to help its just making it more helpful for teens to understand, leave, and be free and happy of and by the way my brother said your a total cat and i agree even though i chaned the subject though lol byee and MEOWWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!

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