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January 2007
The Role of the Dental Team in Responding to Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):This article discusses the role of dental care professionals in identifying domestic violence and responding to patients who have facial injuries that are a result of domestic violence.
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January 2007
Through Deaf Eyes
Publisher(s):The 'DEAF EYES' project at Gallaudet University was established to bring Deaf history to the public and expand our understanding of United States history. The exhibition, book, and other products were produced by Gallaudet University. The two-hour PBS documentary film "Through Deaf Eyes," is a production of WETA Washington, D.C. and Florentine Films/Hott Productions, Inc. in association with Gallaudet University.
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January 2007
Myths and Facts about Sexual Offenders: Implications for Treatment and Public Policy
Publisher(s):The purpose of this study was to determine to what extent perceptions about sexual offenders are based on empirical evidence or misconceptions.
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January 2007
A Parent's Guide to Internet Safety
Publisher(s):This guide is intended to help parents and caregivers navigate the complexities of online child exploitation.
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January 2007
Engaging Men and Boys in Changing Gender-Based Inequity in Health: Evidence from Programme Interventions
Publisher(s):The review analyzed data from 58 evaluation studies of interventions with men and boys. Interventions were rated on their gender approach, using the following categories: gender-neutral - programs that distinguish little between the needs of men and women, neither reinforcing nor questioning gender roles; gender-sensitive - programs that recognize the specific needs and realities of men based on the social construction of gender roles; or gender-transformative - approaches that seek to transform gender roles and promote more gender-equitable relationships between men and women.
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January 2007
Interaction with Deaf People- A to Z
Publisher(s):This fact sheets offer information about Deaf and hard of hearing individuals and the Deaf culture in general, providing the reader with tips for how to best interact with Deaf individuals.
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January 2007
What does cultural competency mean and why should I care?
Publisher(s): These training slides can be used by advocates to understand the three spheres of culture (of domestic violence and gender inequality, of familial and community values and norms, and of systems) and provide survivor-centered services to survivors.
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January 2007
Issue Brief: Men and Boys
Publisher(s):This article addresses the issue of masculinity as defined through violence and aggression in our culture, and the impact that this has on men and boys.& Suggestions on how men can become part of the solution are also offered.
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January 2007
Garments for One Another: Ending Domestic Violence in Muslim Families
Publisher(s): This Training Facilitation Guide is an important resource for mosques, religious leaders, social workers, community groups and shelter staff who offer help to Muslim women who currently experience violence in the home. This complete training offers solutions to prevent future violence within the context of the Islamic faith.
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January 2007
Legislative Analysis: Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006
Publisher(s):Summaries of each title are followed by notes for advocates and, where appropriate, NAESV's position on particular aspects of the Act.
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January 2007
En espera de instrucciones
Publisher(s):Este afiche muestra a un niño con una serie de instrucciones a seguir, incluida la de respetar a las mujeres. También incluye esto: Debemos educar a nuestros hijos, desde temprano y frecuentemente, acerca de lo que significa ser un verdadero hombre; que las mujeres merecen que se las honre y se las respete, y que la violencia nunca es fortaleza. En sus manos está un mundo más seguro. Ayúdelos a alcanzarlo.
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January 2007
Poised for Prevention: Advancing Promising Approaches to Primary Prevention of Intimate Partner Violence
Publisher(s):This document serves to build momentum for a national primary prevention strategy to prevent intimate partner violence.