Military Content Topic Results

The findings in this technical report, based on 2010 NISVS data, reveal that overall, the prevalence of IPV, SV, and stalking were similar among women in the U.S. population, active duty women, and wives of active duty men.

This guide focuses on the impact of sexual violence in the military. It includes resources for advocates who, through relationships and collaborations with the military, can offer support in responding to the needs of survivors and preventing sexual violence.

This infographic provides a visual snapshot of the prevalence of sexual violence in the military based on data from a variety of sources dated 2010-2013.

This course, designed for advocates (military and civilian) who provide services to military-related families experiencing intimate partner violence, pulls together information about military and combat-related issues as they intersect with intimate partner violence. The self-paced course includes eight modules with mini-lectures, case studies, video clips, practice scenarios, and opportunities for self-assessment to test mastery of course content. Modules include:

This brochure provides basic information related to military sexual trauma and eligibility to apply for benefits. Available in English and Spanish.

This 2-page fact sheet includes information about the incidence of MST, its emotional and financial costs, and other valuable information highlighting the devastating effects of this problem.

PTSD and TBI are not new issues to domestic violence advocates. NRCDV's March 2012 TA Question of the Month examines the implications to the domestic violence field of PTSD and TBI among veterans who return home to their partners and families.

This video incorporates stories and voices of service members who have experienced rape. In this video, the term Military Sexual Violence (MST) is defined in the video as the the official term for the psychological trauma that may result from military rape, sexual assault, or sexual harassment.

This article discusses actions by the House Committee on Rules to block a vote and debate on changing legislation that prevents service women who experience pregnancy as a result of rape to receive a federally funded abortion. This option is available to civilian women who experience rape, abuse, or incest.

This report evaluates and outlines actions needed for improvement in prevention sexual violence and other safety concerns within VA healthcare settings.

This report to the Subcommittee on Military Personnel, Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives outlines needed structural changes to the process of investigating and carrying out legal proceedings for sexual assault cases.

This article discusses the experiences of two women who were assaulted while serving and their decision to file a lawsuit against Former Defense Secretaries for failing to adequately address sexual assault within the military.