Domestic Violence Content Topic Results

This research brief synthesizes the latest available information and research relating to the mistreatment of Latinx older adults, providing insight into general cultural beliefs, views, norms, of Latinx communities and how they relate to and influence elder mistreatment.

Immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and human trafficking face unique challenges when accessing and maintaining safe housing, many of which have been exacerbated by COVID-19. In the October 2020 TA Question of the Month, authors clarify some misconceptions about immigrant survivors’ eligibility for housing and homeless assistance, as well as provide resources and tools with more detailed information supporting advocacy on behalf of immigrant survivors.

Survivors of intimate partner violence and their advocates have long searched for alternatives to the legal justice system. This report from the Center for Court Innovation outlines pathways for developing restorative and community-based approaches to intimate partner violence.

Originally a series of handouts produced in collaboration with partners, this toolkit was expanded and updated by the National Clearinghouse on Abuse in Later Life in 2020.

This YouTube video by Barnard Center for Research on Women discusses everyday skills for reducing violence and addressing harm.

For many survivors, spirituality and religious beliefs are an integral part of their healing journey. As advocates, we must recognize the importance of this influence and should learn ways to provide the support they need while respecting survivors’ faith traditions. This webinar will help advocates adopt a faith-sensitive lens and will offer best practices for supporting families who are guided by their faith.

This report from the LA LGBT Center summarizes the issues, needs, and recommendations for enhancing mental health and support services in relation to LGBTQ domestic violence and sexual assault. The report summarizes a wide range of original information and data obtained specifically for this report and offers recommendations for ensuring that LGBTQ survivors receive the service, support, respect, and care they need to overcome abuse and achieve self-determination and self-fulfillment.

YWCA undertook a media review for the years 2017-2020 and examined the extent to which women and girls of color continue to be criminalized and racially profiled by law enforcement. Three years after first issuing We Deserve Safety: Ending the Criminalization of Women and Girls of Color, YWCA’s 2020 review paints a disturbing picture of the gendered racial profiling and criminalization that girls and women of color continue to experience.

The Domestic Violence Awareness Project's Universal Prayer offers a message of healing and hope during Domestic Violence Awareness Month and beyond.

In September 2020, the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence held its first National Prevention Town Hall. This portion of the town hall features key takeaways, highlights, and reflections that participants shared from the breakout sessions.

In September 2020, the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence held its first National Prevention Town Hall. In this breakout session, presenters Shay Upadhyay and Colleen Yeakle highlight rationale for engaging youth in prevention activities and lessons learned from Indiana's efforts to center youth-defined prevention strategies.

The Technical Assistance (TA) Bundle is a resource from NRCDV that packages innovative TA Questions and complementary resources by theme, offering stories, resources, and promising practices for promoting advocates' and survivors' empowerment, healing, and wellness.