Raising Awareness Content Topic Results

This survivor story explores the lasting effects of childhood sexual abuse, family neglect, addiction, hypervigilance, and the transformative role of therapy, personal agency, and community in the healing process.

For the twentieth consecutive year, on September 10, 2025, the National Network to End Domestic Violence conducted the Domestic Violence Counts Survey: a one-day, unduplicated count of adults and children seeking domestic violence services in the United States. The Domestic Violence Counts Report summarizes this data and is instrumental in raising awareness about domestic violence and the incredible work local domestic violence programs do every day, providing lifesaving services to survivors and their families.

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.

A webinar that explains the differences between the criminal and civil justice systems and how each can impact survivors of sexual assault and abuse.

A webinar that explores how civil legal remedies can help survivors of domestic violence pursue justice, accountability, and financial recovery beyond protection orders.

This survivor testimony examines the long-term effects of childhood sexual abuse, maternal incest, trauma-related memory suppression, shame, and the lifelong process of healing and recovery.

A survivor of childhood sexual abuse by a church youth minister describes the devastating effects of faith-based trauma, addiction, and shame, as well as his eventual journey toward recovery, advocacy, and the creation of a support organization for other survivors.

To kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2025, NRCDV offered an introductory webinar describing the dynamics and common tactics that characterize domestic violence.

This presentation highlights how integrated health care and strong community partnerships can improve identification, safety planning, and support for people experiencing intimate partner violence (IPV).

A community-based maternal health program that provides culturally responsive pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum support for refugee mothers.

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.

Survivors deserve safety. Survivors deserve support. Survivors deserve solidarity. We are with survivors, always. This Technical Assistance Question (TAQ) explores ways to stand with survivors throughout Domestic Violence Awareness Month and beyond.