Children who witness domestic violence are more prone to develop physical and behavioral problems such as depression, anxiety and violence toward peers. They are also more likely to attempt suicide, abuse alcohol or drugs, or to run away from home. You can make a difference and help us put an end to family violence by purchasing the U.S. Postal Service's new Stop Family Violence stamp.

The 45-cent self-adhesive stamp will be issued in November 2003, and the proceeds will go toward programs associated with the Stamp Out Domestic Violence Act of 2001. "The Stop Family Violence postal stamp will allow every American to contribute to a nationwide fight against domestic violence," said Donna Peak, vice president of finance and controller for the Postal Service. "By using this stamp on their cards and letters, our customers will also have an opportunity to bring before the public eye a problem that is too often ignored."

While creating the Stop Family Violence postal stamp, art director Carl T. Herrman selected artwork by a young girl that expresses the pain and sadness caused by domestic violence. Her work was photographed by Philip Channing, a photographer based in California. To see the design, visit the Postal Service Web site and open the PDF version of Stamp Release #03-056. Beginning in November 2003, the stamp will be available at post offices nationwide and online at the Postal Store.