Few weeks ago, the world was shocked to hear about the dating abuse between singers Chris Brown and Rihanna. Unfortunately, Rihanna is not alone – young women between the ages of 16 to 24 experience the highest per capita rates of intimate partner violence.

It is essential that young women like Rihanna have the confidence necessary to get out of a potentially harmful and abusive relationship before it even begins. mark, the beauty and fashion boutique brand is committed to educating young women about preventing the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence through its philanthropic campaign the girls’ m.powerment campaign.

Lauren Conrad for mark cosmetics.

There is a way to get involved and help educate young women about dating abuse and preventing partner violence before it even begins. Many of you know that mark has partnered with its spokesperson, Lauren Conrad to launch the girls m.powerment campaign, committed to preventing the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence.

As part of the initiative, Conrad has collaborated with mark to create the “Have a Heart” necklace from which 100 % of the net profits will be donated to help raise funds and awareness for the cause. The necklace will retail for $22 and has been extended to be available throughout the year through mark Representatives and online at www.meetmark.com.

Below are some additional startling statistics: 10% of high school students have experienced physical violence in dating relationships. Among college students, the figure rises to 22%. 13% of all college-aged women are stalked annually. Nearly 80% of girls who have been physically abused in their intimate relationships continue to date their abuser.