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Overcoming Inadmissibility for U Visa applicants
This paper provides information and strategies for applying for U visa application waivers.
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Resources for Working with Immigrant Women
Publisher(s):This page contains information and suggestions to make domestic violence services more accessible for immigrant women.
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Quiz: Are your services linguistically and culturally accessible to immigrant and refugee women?
Publisher(s):This quiz helps service providers identify if their services are linguistically and culturally accessible to immigrant and refugee women.
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Victim Support Video for Law Enforcement Part 1
This 9-minute video is designed to explain to non-federal law enforcement officials the crime of human trafficking. In addition, the video describes both short term and long-term immigration relief (provided by the Department of Homeland Security) that might be available to victims of human trafficking.
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How can my agency be better prepared to support survivors of sexual violence who are refugees or asylum seekers?
In NRCDV's August 2016 TA Question of the month, Jill Merriman offers guidance on how service providers can address the needs of refugees and asylum seekers who have experienced sexual violence.
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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Publisher(s):Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
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Ensuring Access to Services for Survivors with Limited English Proficiency: Frequently Asked Questions
Publisher(s):This is a compilation of answers to frequently asked questions regarding Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, which requires all programs that receive federal funds to take reasonable steps to ensure meaningful access to individuals with Limited English Proficiency.
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Cultural Competency Tips
Publisher(s):This brief tipsheet provides guidance on working with survivors from various cultures in a culturally relevant manner.
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U Visa for Domestic Violence Crimes
Publisher(s):This brief provides general information about the process of applying for U visa.
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Assisting Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence, Advocate's Guide
Publisher(s):This guide for advocates provides guidance on collaborating with immigrant and community agencies to effectively respond to the unique needs of battered immigrant women.
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Immigration Options for Victims of Crimes: Information for Law Enforcement, Healthcare Providers and Others
Publisher(s):This brochure provides information about VAWA, U visa, and T visa, including information about eligibility criteria and which forms to file for U or T nonimmigrant visa.
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Questions and Answers: Victims of Human Trafficking, T Nonimmigrant Status
Publisher(s):This webpage discusses the T Nonimmigrant Status (T Visa) which is set aside for those who are or have been victims of human trafficking and are willing to assist law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of acts of trafficking.