Economic Justice Content Topic Results
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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 2010
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Sites in Native Communities
Publisher(s):Recognizing how many eligible workers do not take advantage of the EITC, 14 VITA sites in Native American communities undertook a survey with more than 1800 American Indian/Alaskan Natives/Native Hawaiians to better understand how the EITC could benefit their communities.
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- General Material
January 2010
Assisting Survivors of Domestic Violence in Applying for Housing
Publisher(s):This manual provides a comprehensive review of domestic violence survivors’ rights in applying for housing.
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- General Material
January 2010
Housing and Sexual Violence Fact Sheet
Publisher(s):This two page fact sheet offers information on the impact of housing costs, housing and various forms of oppression, and how advocates can help.
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- General Material
January 2010
¡Sí Podemos! Yes We Can/Beyond Domestic Violence: Achieving Financial Independence Video
Publisher(s):This video (English and Spanish version) accompanies the Achieving Financial Independence Curriculum. It features the lives and struggles of 5 Latina survivors of domestic violence who were able to start their own business and become financially independent.
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- General Material
January 2010
¡Sí Podemos! Yes We Can/Beyond Domestic Violence: Achieving Financial Independence
Publisher(s):This curriculum contains practical tools for Latina survivors that are working on or reflecting about achieving their financial independence. A Trainers Guide for facilitators is also provided.
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- NRCDV Publications
- General Material
September 2009
Economic Stress and Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):VAWnet: The National Online Resource Center on Violence Against Women, National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)
This Applied Research paper provides data on domestic violence rates across social classes, highlights the relationship between economic stress and domestic violence, and explores employment, social support networks, and weaknesses in social services.
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- General Material
July 2009
Why Are People Homeless?
Publisher(s):This fact sheet provides an overview of current poverty and housing statistics, as well as additional factors contributing to homelessness. A list of resources for further study is also provided.
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- General Material
July 2009
Asset Building and Financial Literacy Fact Sheet
Publisher(s):This brief fact sheet outlines the importance of asset building for low income families and provides a few key statistics.
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- NRCDV Publications
- General Material
April 2009
Enhancing the Safety Net for Individuals and Families: A Summary of Key Provisions in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Publisher(s):This resource describes available public benefits included in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, including SSI, unemployment, tax credits, COBRA continuation coverage, medical assistance, housing, food assistance, and education benefits.
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- General Material
- NRCDV Publications
April 2009
Accessing Resources under the Recovery Act to Benefit Survivors of Domestic and Sexual Violence
Publisher(s):This document highlights action steps that local organizations can take to access resources under the Recovery Act, and also provides advocacy tips, particularly as it relates to housing and public benefits issues.
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- General Material
February 2009
Work Opportunity Tax Credit
Publisher(s):Under current law, businesses can claim a work opportunity tax credit (WOTC) equal to 40 percent of the first $6,000 of wages paid to employees who are members of one of nine targeted groups. Employees must work at least 400 hours to be counted for the full credit.
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- General Material
February 2009
Linking Asset Building to Public Benefits and Work Supports
Publisher(s): This webpage provides information on innovative strategies for linking asset building to public benefits and work supports. The San Antonio Coalition for Family Economic Progress is highlighted as a collaborative partnership that has successfully brought together multiple benefits and asset building work.