Genesis CEO Jan Langbein - is a force of lightening!

A few years after the Genesis Women's Shelter was founded in 1985, Jan Langbein found her mission and stepped in to grow the then 7 bed shelter. Today,  the organization helps more than 3700 women and their children each year to give them safe haven from abuse and domestic violence. 

Jan Langbein is a prominent voice and 'force of lightening' with respect to this very worthy cause to help women and children locally and around the world. Her mission and cause for zero tolerance for domestic violence continues to make a much needed impact. Jan Langbein also started The Crimes Against Women’s Conference in Dallas 14 years ago, joined by community leaders, the Dallas Police Force, and the FBI. More than 3000 people attended this conference from all over the world in 2019.  As a member of the Genesis Auxiliary Board, I am honored to know her.  Laura and George Bush recently awarded Langbein the George W. Bush Trailblazer Citation (Award). 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Now more than ever, we must be vigilant in helping victims of domestic violence. During this critical time of the Coronavirus, where victims are required to stay home from work and school, often with their abuser, they may be subject to increased risk of domestic violence . These "shelter in place" orders, intended to help our community stay healthy, are likely to increase an abuser's stress and anxiety levels . If you see abuse, report it. If you know someone who might need assistance, encourage them to call the Emergency Hotline: 214.946.HELP (4357) and 911 if in immediate danger. 

If you are a victim and are suffering from financial abuse, check out this helpful article for resources on achieving financial independence from creditcard.com . 

If you would like more information or would like to donate to help, please visit www.genesisshelter.org .