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January 2008
Engaging Boys and Men in Gender Transformation: The Group Education Manual
Publisher(s):This is an educational manual for working with men to question non-equitable views about masculinity and develop more positive attitudes to prevent unhealthy behaviors that put them and their partners and families at risk. It can also be used to train facilitators who will implement workshop activities with groups of men. The activities are intended for use with men of all ages, although some adaptations might have to be made depending on the ages of the men and the country and community context. These activities can also be adapted for use with groups of men and women.
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January 2008
What You Need to Know About Sexual Violence
Publisher(s): An introductory pamphlet ideal for distribution to laity and clergy. Includes discussion of how religious doctrine addresses sexual violence, and suggestions for faith communities to raise awareness and become involved in prevention efforts.
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January 2008
Prop 4 Victory Brief: Reproductive Justice at the Ballot Box
Publisher(s):This brief discusses Proposition 4 and Proposition 8 in California as catalysts for community organizing, education, and networking; discussing different strategies and ways that leadership and coalitions can be built in communities of color around reproductive justice.
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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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January 2008
Covering Domestic Violence: A Guide for Journalists and Other Media Professionals
Publisher(s):This guide is designed to assist journalists in accurately covering domestic violence homicides and other related stories.
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January 2008
Pregnancy Wheel
Publisher(s):This pregnancy wheel for OB/GYN and reproductive health settings reminds providers to routinely ask their patients about birth control interference or coerced pregnancy and about their experiences with intimate partner violence. The card reminds providers how to offer patients support, raise alternative birth control options and provide referral for safety planning. The back of the wheel lists phone numbers for the National Domestic Violence Hotline, the National Dating Abuse Helpline, and the Sexual Assault Hotline for further support.
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January 2008
De Hombre A Hombre ¿Qué Podemos Hacer Ante La Violencia Doméstica?
Publisher(s):Este panfleto ofrece información a los hombres para examinar su comportamiento y prevenir la violencia contra su pareja.
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January 2008
Promoting Healthy Families in Your Community: 2008 Resource Packet
Publisher(s):The packet contains resources to promote community awareness of five important protective factors that can help families protect children from the risk of child abuse and neglect.
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September 2007
Working with Men and Boys to End Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):This position paper delineates the principles with Alianza employs in its efforts to engage men in prevention programming, based on the belief that the eradication of domestic violence requires the ongoing and committed participation of all genders.
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April 2007
Overview of Homelessness in Minnesota 2006: Key Facts from the Statewide Survey
Publisher(s):Drawn from interviews with more than 3,000 homeless adults and youth throughout Minnesota, this research describes some of the causes, effects and circumstances surrounding homelessness.
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January 2007
En espera de instrucciones
Publisher(s):Este afiche muestra a un niño con una serie de instrucciones a seguir, incluida la de respetar a las mujeres. También incluye esto: Debemos educar a nuestros hijos, desde temprano y frecuentemente, acerca de lo que significa ser un verdadero hombre; que las mujeres merecen que se las honre y se las respete, y que la violencia nunca es fortaleza. En sus manos está un mundo más seguro. Ayúdelos a alcanzarlo.
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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.