Tony Williams Flashcards
(30 cards)
What was Tony Williams’s occupation?
Former Director (New Columbia Domestic Violence)
Tony Williams was involved in domestic violence cases and provided support to victims.
When did the hotline call occur?
Around December 2008 (Christmas time-ish)
This timeframe indicates the urgency of the situation during the holiday season.
What was Cynthia’s situation when she called the hotline?
Beaten by her husband ever since they were married, afraid to go home, and stated she had nowhere to go
Cynthia’s fear and lack of options highlight the challenges faced by domestic violence victims.
What did Tony provide to Cynthia during their first interaction?
An address to meet and pick her up
This action was crucial for Cynthia’s escape from her abusive situation.
Describe Cynthia’s condition when she was picked up.
Covered in bruises and apparent burn marks on her right arm
These injuries illustrate the severity of her abuse.
What did Cynthia express about her situation at the shelter?
Reiterated her year-long abuse
This indicates ongoing fear and trauma due to her husband’s threats.
How did Cynthia feel about returning to her husband?
She stated, ‘I’m never going back’
This strong statement reflects her desire to escape the abusive situation.
What informal assessments did Cynthia take at the shelter?
She took some informal aptitude tests and scored fairly high
This suggests that despite her situation, Cynthia had potential for employment and training.
What was Tony’s offer to Cynthia?
Help her obtain a job and training if she stuck it out
This support was aimed at empowering Cynthia to become independent.
How did Cynthia’s demeanor change before she was to leave the shelter?
She had a sudden mood change and seemed happy
This shift indicates a potential change in her outlook towards returning to her husband.
What did Cynthia say about her husband before leaving the shelter?
She said ‘Everything was alright,’ and he had stopped drinking
This statement reflects her hope for reconciliation and possibly a misunderstanding of her situation.
What was Tony’s reaction when Cynthia insisted on going back?
He tried to talk her out of it but she insisted
This shows the difficulty in changing the mindset of someone in an abusive relationship.
What was the emergency stay policy at the shelter?
Only stay on an emergency basis for three days until transferred to another shelter
This policy reflects the limited resources and space available for domestic violence victims.
Why was Cynthia reluctant to leave the shelter?
She didn’t want to take her kids to another shelter and didn’t know how to live
This highlights the challenges of finding safe accommodations for families escaping domestic violence.
What eligibility issue did Cynthia face regarding aid?
She wouldn’t be eligible for Aid (pay rent + Food stamps) while still married to her husband
This points to systemic barriers that victims of domestic violence often encounter.
What is the name and former profession of the witness?
Tony Williams, Director of the New Columbia Domestic Violence shelter
Served from February 2009 through April 2009
What were some of the responsibilities of the Director of a women’s shelter?
Participate in many components of running the shelter and protecting vulnerable women, such as:
* Answering distress calls
* Introducing women to the shelter
When did Tony Williams first encounter Dominique Stephens?
In December 2008 around Christmas time
What name did Dominique Stephens use when she first contacted the shelter?
Cynthia
What was the nature of Dominique’s call to the shelter?
She stated she had been continuously beaten by her husband since the beginning of the marriage and was afraid of going home.
Why did Dominique contact the shelter?
She had nowhere else to go and needed help.
Did Dominique come alone to the pickup address?
No, she came with two children
Why did Tony Williams believe Dominique brought her children?
Because she couldn’t bear to leave them with her abusive husband.
