Lauren Conrad’s already helped raise over $400,000 to stop dating abuse, see what she’s doing now.

Lauren Conrad and mark launched their newest accessory to benefit m.powerment by mark, an initiative to stop the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence. Lauren, a mark spokeswoman collaborated on the design of the new Have a Heart bracelet. $11.01 of each purchase of the $12 bracelet will go directly to the m.powerment foundation which, since its inception in Sept. 2008 has already raised over $400,000.

“I decided to get involved with this initiative because it is something that unfortunately affects so many young women my age,” Lauren says. “Through this partnership with mark, I’ve been able to take a stand and show my commitment to help break the cycle of dating abuse and partner violence even before it begins. I am committed to leading the charge to raise awareness and encourage others to get involved.”
To go spread further awareness of this cause, Lauren and mark have released a public service announcement that you can watch here. - Marta Topran