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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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January 2008
Domestic Violence Counts 2007: A 24-hour census of domestic violence shelter and services across the United States
Publisher(s):On September 25, 2007, 1,346 out of 1,949, or sixty-nine percent, of identified domestic violence programs in the United States participated in the 2007 National Census of Domestic Violence Services. The results are published in this report.
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- Training Tools
- General Material
January 2008
Getting Safe and Sober: Real Tools You Can Use - Support Group Manual and Supplementary Materials for Advocates
Publisher(s):Getting Safe and Sober is a practical tool kit for use with women who have substance abuse or chemical dependence problems and who are, or have been, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault or sexual abuse.
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- General Material
June 2007
Study Reveals Unique Issues Faced by Deaf Victims of Sexual Assault
Publisher(s):This report summarizes researchers' recommendations for improving the relationship between law enforcement and the deaf community, based on results of an investigation of the impact of sexual assault on members of the deaf community.
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- General Material
- Training Tools
January 2007
Access to Advocacy: Serving Women with Psychiatric Disabilities in Domestic Violence Settings
Publisher(s):This curriculum is a foundational resource on the impact of trauma across the lifespan; recommendations for working with survivors experiencing the traumatic effects of abuse, mental health conditions, and/or psychiatric disability; recommendations for collaboration; developing inclusive and trauma-informed services; peer support principles; and legal issues.
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- General Material
January 2007
Domestic Violence Counts 2006: A 24-hour census of domestic violence shelters and services across the United States.
Publisher(s):After developing and piloting the survey tool in May 2006, NNEDV conducted its first national Census on November 2, 2006. The results are highlighted in this report.
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- General Material
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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- General Material
January 2007
Overcoming Language Barriers: Solutions for Law Enforcement
Publisher(s): This publication offers practical suggestions and tools that law enforcement agencies can use to effectively and meaningfully communicate with individuals with limited-English proficiency.
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- General Material
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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- General Material
January 2007
I Speak Cards
Publisher(s):These are two-sided bilingual cards with printed information about Language Access Rights, as well as a statement that requests an interpreter.
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- General Material
- Training Tools
September 2006
Reaching Individuals Along All Literacy Levels
Publisher(s):The bulletin includes an overview of the link between literacy and sexual violence and tips on developing universal outreach, prevention, and intervention materials.
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- General Material
August 2006
Providing Counseling Online: Because We Can, Should We?
This article reviews common characteristics of many online counseling consumers, risks associated with online counseling, and ethical issues to consider when thinking about implementing online counseling practices.
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- General Material
- Training Tools
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.









