Newsmaker: Sharon Roberson, CEO YWCA (WKRN-TV)

 Sharon Roberson on WKRNNASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) - Domestic violence is at an epidemic level in Tennessee. One in four women will be affected.The most dangerous time is when a victim tries to leave, says Sharon K. Roberson, CEO of the YWCA. Watch her interview with Neil Orne that aired on News 2 at 11 a.m..The YWCA provides victims with a safety plan to help them leave the relationship, and a secret, safe place to stay. They also offer counseling for women and children, transitional housing, education and a range of support services.Here's the 24-hour domestic violence hotline for victims:  800-334-4628Click here to watch Sharon K. Roberson's interview on WKRN-TV  

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