The IPV/A Chronicles, Part Six: October is DVAM!
I’ve made it my ongoing--and fervent--mission to continue to shine a bright light on a certain demoralizing, insidious and horrific cycle of behavior that continues to be a growing concern within the LGBTQ Community. This is Part Six of the ongoing series that will address this potentially life-threatening cycle of abuse. It’s purple month! Now, you may ask: “What’s that?” Allow me [...]
October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month
It’s official! It’s purple month. Now, you may ask: “’ Purple month’? What the heck are ya talkin’ about?” Well, let me to explain. You see, we wear purple—actually, a purple ribbon—as a symbol used to honor victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence/abuse, which is generally referred to as Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A) in the LGBTQ [...]
Domestic Violence & Military Sexual Trauma Seminar for Male Veterans
Domestic Violence & Military Sexual Trauma Seminar for Male Veterans We are Listening! We Care! We Are Here to Help! Wednesday, August 28, 2019 6 pm to 8 pm DAV Omaha Beach Chapter #7 8205 Laurel Bowie Road, Bowie, MD 20715 Keynote Speaker: Wyatt O’Brian Evans, SME, B.A. Jour., B.A. PolSci Intimate Partner Violence/Abuse (IPV/A) and Military Sexual Trauma Topics [...]
The Renaissance Man
Renaissance Man! That’s what Philadelphia Gay News (PGN), one of the most influential national LGBTQ media outlets, has just bestowed upon me. And I like it! Read PGN’s portrait on your’s truly at https://www.epgn.com/arts-and-culture/portraits/15009-wyatt-o-brien-evans-man-of-many-trades-and-accomplishments
The IPV/A Chronicles, Part Four: Down the Barrel of a Gun
I have made it my ongoing--and fervent--mission to continue to shine a bright light on a certain demoralizing, insidious and horrific cycle of behavior that continues to be a growing concern within the LGBTQ Community. This is Part Four of an ongoing series that will address this potentially life-threatening cycle of abuse. Welcome back. This installment of The IPV/A Chronicles addresses a recent and disturbing [...]
The IPV/A Chronicles, Part Three:
Understanding and Annihilating the Beast I have made it my ongoing--and fervent--mission to continue to shine a bright light on a certain demoralizing, insidious and horrific cycle of behavior that continues to be a growing concern within the LGBTQ Community. This is Part One of an ongoing series that will address this potentially life-threatening cycle of abuse. This particular dysfunctional and destructive [...]
The IPV/A Chronicles, Part Two:
The Power of the Purple! I’ve made it my ongoing--and fervent--mission to continue to shine a bright light on a certain demoralizing, insidious and horrific cycle of behavior that continues to be a growing concern within the LGBTQ Community. This is Part Two of the ongoing series that will address this potentially life-threatening cycle [...]
The IPV/A Chronicles, Part One
I have made it my ongoing--and fervent--mission to continue to shine a bright light on a certain demoralizing, insidious and horrific cycle of behavior that continues to be a growing concern within the LGBTQ Community. This is Part One of an ongoing series that will address this potentially life-threatening cycle of abuse. So…just what is Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A)? Well, it ain’t some exotic [...]
Tancredo Buff: Shining the Light on IPV/A
Every October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DWAM). It evolved from the “Day of Unity” held in October 1981 and conceived by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). In recognition of DVAM, Wyattevans.com has been presenting a very special series of articles and features throughout this month. Within the LGBTQ community, domestic violence and abuse is referred to as Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A). This atrocious cycle of [...]
The Hushed Whispers of IPV/A
Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A) is a serious, potentially life-threatening—but preventable--public health problem that impacts millions of Americans. Specifically, IPV/A describes the physical, sexual, emotional and/or psychological harm perpetrated by a current or former partner or spouse who is LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer/Questioning). This type of violence also can occur among heterosexual or same-sex couples, and does not require [...]
The “FRENZY!” of IPV/A
Just what does the (possibly) a little odd, a tad exotic acronym “IPV/A” stand for? Well, it refers to Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse, which is generally known as domestic violence and abuse (DVA) within the LGBTQ community. Sadly and unfortunately, this demeaning and horrendous cycle of behavior is an ongoing serious societal issue. And more prevalent than was once believed. As a journalist, I've extensively researched and [...]
Peeling Back the Curtain On IPV/A
IPV/A, the acronym for Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse, is generally referred to as domestic violence and abuse (DVA) within the LGBTQ community. Sadly and unfortunately, this horrific behavior continues to be a critical issue. What makes matters worse is that stigma is a driving force that keeps this demeaning and demoralizing cycle of abuse “swept under the rug.” It’s the “elephant in the room.” This leads [...]
Making a “Great Escape” from an Abusive Relationship
I have ab-so-lute-ly outstanding news to share! The Advocate, the premier—and Number One--international on-line and print LGBTQ media outlet, has just published my commentary on Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A). In this important piece, I discuss my very own personal experience with IPV/A-- and how it has impacted me. Additionally, I reveal why—as both a journalist and author—I’ve [...]