By: Shanila Kabir

Ruth Lynette (did not want to disclose last name) is a domestic violence advocate, who is using social media to bring awareness to a crime that has skyrocketed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

She also designs women empowerment apparel and jewelry; all of the proceeds go towards domestic violence survivors.

Shanila Kabir is a multimedia journalist with over four years of experience in print and video journalism. She specializes n in politics and political reporting.