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January 2005

Adult Domestic Violence in Cases of International Parental Child Abduction

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The article concludes with recommendations for research, training, and legislation that may increase safe outcomes for battered mothers and their children.
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January 2005

Employment Discrimination Against Abused Women

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This document provides Q&A explaining legal definitions of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and wrongful discharge. Action steps involving possible legal remedies are briefly outlined.
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  • Training Tools
January 2005

Relationship Abuse Prevention Program (RAPP)

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This school-based domestic violence prevention curriculum teaches students to recognize and prevent teen relationship abuse. Lesson plans include a variety of exercises. Parent workshop information and school staff development materials are also included.
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January 2005

Bouley v. Young-Sabourin, (D. Vt. 2005)(Ruling on Cross Motions for Summary Judgment)

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Bouley v. Young-Sabourin is a federal court case from Vermont involving a survivor of domestic violence evicted from her home after reporting an incident of domestic violence. The court ruling provides that discrimination against a victim of domestic violence, if proven, can be sex discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. Advocates may find this press story and court ruling helpful for public education purposes and for seeking non-punitive reactions by private and public landlords in their responses to survivors of domestic violence.
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December 2004

Statutory Rape: A Guide to State Laws and Reporting Requirements

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This report provides an overview of state laws and reporting requirements for sexual activities involving minors and individual reporting responsibilities. This material may not reflect the most current state law - users should confirm the information.
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November 2004

A Guide for Legal Advocates Providing Services to Victims of Human Trafficking

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This legal guide contains information in chapter format ranging from An Overview of Human Trafficking, T Nonimmigrant Visas, Continued Presence, Benefits for Victims, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status for Children, and resources for advocates.
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October 2004

Online Information Brokers and Your Privacy

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This tip sheet includes steps to take to guard personal information from appearing in directory listings and public records. Includes a detailed listing of data vendors with complete contact information for each.
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September 2004

The Violence Against Women Act and Its Impact on Sexual Violence Public Policy: Looking Back and Looking Forward

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The paper provides policy recommendations for strengthening the Act's response to victims of sexual violence, including core services for victims.
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September 2004

Understanding Rape Shield Laws

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This report outlines the history of rape shield laws and delineates the types of shield laws in all 50 states. The author analyzes the serious gaps in these laws and critiques the continued admission of evidence of complainants' sexual history.
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May 2004

Voter Privacy in the Digital Age

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Report on a nationwide, state-by-state survey on voter registration data and the privacy implications of data-gathering and dissemination practices. Designed to inform the development of policy solutions that address voter privacy in the digital age.
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  • General Material
May 2004

Sexual Victimization in Indian Country: Barriers and Resources for Native Women Seeking Help

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This document summarizes the barriers facing and resources available to American Indian victims of sexual victimization, with a focus on systemic barriers found in the organizations and communities most likely to serve native women.
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February 2004

Developing Linguistically and Culturally Responsive Materials for Latina Survivors

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Provides a summary of efforts made by the Alianza to understand and respond to the barriers and challenges and concludes with recommendations for service providers to develop culturally and linguistically appropriate materials.