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Rabbi Lisa Gelber discusses ways that rabbis can educate their congregations about domestic violence and support victims/survivors.

In this article written for advocates, Salma Elkadi Abugideiri discusses the diversity of the Muslim community in the US, and the religious and cultural issues that victims/survivors of domestic violence may experience.

FaithTrust Institute presents this informational bulletin about domestic violence that can be shared in your place of worship.

This free multi-faith guide to the Oscar award-winning film Spotlight is designed to help faith communities use the film to have important conversations about child abuse, faith community response to abuse, and create safe faith communities. Special sections for Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities.

The Community Resource Inventory Map is a practical tool created to help faith communities understand their role in addressing domestic violence. The map engages individuals to connect with the network of services available to assist victims/survivors in their area, through researching and identifying key providers.

An introductory pamphlet that includes basic information about clergy misconduct, addresses common questions, and provides additional resources. 

An introductory pamphlet that includes basic information about child abuse, addresses common questions, and provides additional resources. Ideal for distribution to clergy, laity and volunteers in churches and synagogues.

An introductory pamphlet ideal for distribution to laity and clergy. Includes discussion of how religious doctrine addresses sexual violence, and suggestions for faith communities to raise awareness and become involved in prevention efforts.

An introductory pamphlet that includes basic information about domestic violence, addresses common questions, and provides additional resources. Ideal for distribution to both laity and clergy.

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.