Attitudes / Perception / Awareness Content Topic Results
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Special Collection
Special Collection
January 2022
Identifying and Preventing Gender and Intersectional Bias in Law Enforcement Responses to Domestic and Sexual Violence
This special collection is a product of the COURAGE in Policing Project, jointly supported by the Human Rights Clinic at the University of Miami School of Law, Casa de Esperanza National Latin@ Network, and UN Women.
Special Collection
August 2012
Capacity Building for Domestic Violence Prevention Programming
This collection provides materials to support the work of building organizational capacity in state and local domestic violence programs for primary prevention work, as it relates to assessing and influencing change in individuals, communities, and institutions.
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- General Material
- NRCDV Publications
August 2026
Press Release: A Survivor’s Actions Do Not Disprove Abuse: NRCDV Responds to Rep. Max Miller’s Remarks
Publisher(s): The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) is deeply concerned by Rep. Max Miller’s public remarks suggesting that his former wife’s offer to cook dinner after an alleged assault calls her allegations into question.
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- General Material
July 2026
FindTreatment Directory
Publisher(s): A confidential and anonymous resource for persons seeking treatment for mental and substance use disorders in the United States and its territories.
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- General Material
July 2026
Redefining The Rules: A Digital Literacy Guide for Boys and Young Men
Publisher(s):A digital literacy guide that helps boys and young men build healthy online habits, challenge harmful ideas about masculinity, and prevent technology-facilitated abuse. Available in English and Spanish.
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- General Material
May 2026
Types of Sex Offenders: A Forensic Psychologist's Perspective
This resource explains the major categories of sex offenders, describes the factors used in forensic risk assessments, and highlights how different patterns of offending influence treatment options and the likelihood of reoffending.
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- General Material
April 2026
Bridging the Gap: Understanding Human Trafficking Webinar
Publisher(s):This webinar provides an introduction to human trafficking by explaining what it is, how it occurs, and the different forms it can take. Through survivor perspectives and real-life examples, it raises awareness of trafficking indicators, common recruitment tactics, and the importance of prevention, early identification, and trauma-informed responses to support victims.
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- General Material
April 2026
Bridging the Gap: Understanding Human Trafficking Webinar
This webinar provides an introduction to human trafficking by explaining what it is, how it occurs, and the different forms it can take. Through survivor perspectives and real-life examples, it raises awareness of trafficking indicators, common recruitment tactics, and the importance of prevention, early identification, and trauma-informed responses to support victims.
Materials
- General Material
February 2026
Paternal Abuse & Surviving Torture: Male Sexual Abuse
Publisher(s):This survivor story explores the lifelong effects of childhood sexual abuse, highlighting the impact of trauma, dissociation, family secrecy, faith, resilience, and the healing power of community and support.
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- General Material
September 2025
What Turns You On: Fun Sex
Publisher(s):This webinar explores the importance of self-reflection, communication, and intentional exploration in developing a satisfying and enjoyable sex life by helping individuals better understand their desires, boundaries, and sources of arousal.
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- General Material
- NRCDV Publications
September 2025
Press Release: NRCDV Responds to Dangerous Comments Minimizing Domestic Violence
Publisher(s): The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) strongly disagrees with recent comments made by President Trump suggesting that “a little fight with the wife” should not be treated as a crime.
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- General Material
September 2025
Unmasking Shame, Myths, and Healing for Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse
Publisher(s):The podcast explores the experiences of male survivors of sexual abuse, focusing on shame, harmful gender stereotypes, developmental impacts of trauma, and therapeutic and community-based approaches to healing.









