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Results displayed are grouped first by VAWnet Special Collections then by individual related materials. For assistance in locating a resource, use our online contact form.
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March 2006
When Deaf and Hearing Meet: Until We Can Communicate with Ease - A work-book for Hearing People Connected to Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Disability, and Related Programs
Publisher(s):This workbook offers introductory information about language, culture, and respectful interactions between hearing and Deaf, helping the user feel comfortable, confident, creative, and competent to provide respectful assistance to Deaf individuals.
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- NRCDV Publications
- General Material
February 2006
Casa de Esperanza: Mobilizing Latinas and Latino Communities to End Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):This issue of the BCS newsletter features the strengths-based, community engagement approach of Casa de Esperanza, of St. Paul, MN. The main article describes their work of mobilizing Latinas and Latino communities to end domestic violence.
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- General Material
- Training Tools
February 2006
The Exploitation of Trafficked Women
Publisher(s):This resource is designed for police and other officials who work to address community problems related to trafficking and prostitution and to assist victims of trafficking.
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- NRCDV Publications
- General Material
February 2006
Assessment for Lifetime Exposure to Violence as a Pathway to Prevention
Publisher(s):VAWnet: The National Online Resource Center on Violence Against Women, National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)
This document provides a brief overview of the research on lifetime exposure to violence and the long-term health consequences of violence. It also examines how assessment for lifetime exposure to violence can create a pathway to prevention.
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- General Material
- Training Tools
January 2006
Opening the Door: A Pastor's Guide to Addressing Domestic Violence in Premarital Counseling
Publisher(s): A critical new interdenominational resource for Christian pastors and counselors seeking to prevent domestic violence. A must-have, step-by-step resource for every Christian minister who provides premarital counseling. Assists clergy in discussing domestic violence in the context of premarital counseling.
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- General Material
January 2006
Investing in Our Communities: Strategies for Immigrant Integration
Publisher(s):This toolkit for grantmakers draws on extensive research and interviews with hundreds of foundation, community, business, and government leaders. It incorporates academic research as well as policy and community-based concerns into a resource that also can inform the work of practitioners in the nonprofit, public, and private sectors.
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- General Material
- Training Tools
January 2006
Communicating with People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: ADA Guide for Law Enforcement Officers
Publisher(s): This is printable, foldable brochure meant as a guide for law enforcement officers on how to communicate effectively with people with hearing difficulties.
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- General Material
- Training Tools
January 2006
Physician Readiness to Manage Intimate Partner Violence Survey (PREMIS)
Publisher(s):This instrument is a 15-minute survey that is a comprehensive and reliable measure of physician preparedness to manage IPV patients. It can also be used to measure the effectiveness of IPV educational programs.
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- Training Tools
- General Material
January 2006
Mission-focused management and empowerment practice: A handbook for Executive Directors of DV Programs
Publisher(s):This handbook presents a brief grounding of the Battered Women's Movement and offers specific ideas and strategies for engaging in mission-focused and empowerment management.
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- General Material
January 2006
Aspiring Social Justice Ally Identity Development: A Conceptual Model
The author discusses some challenges and barriers to developing identities and approaches to being an ally in social justice work. Acknowledging that aspiring allies can potentially be harmful in their approach or reinforce problematic perceptions, he explores effective ways to develop good intentions into good practice.
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- General Material
January 2006
Managing Conflict: A Guide for Volunteer Boards
Publisher(s): This seven page guide provides detailed procedures to make sure conflict during board deliberation is productive.
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- General Material
December 2005
Shelter Health: Essentials of Care for People Living in Shelter
Publisher(s):This document provides guidance on creating shelter environments that are safe and healthy for residents and staff.