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- NRCDV Publications
October 2014
How can I identify and assist victims of human trafficking accessing domestic violence services?
Publisher(s): Domestic violence programs are likely encountering human trafficking victims, whether knowingly or unknowingly. NRCDV's October 2014 TA Question of the Month provides information on screening for human trafficking and assisting trafficking survivors in domestic violence programs.
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October 2014
Incorporating Racial Equity into Criminal Justice Reform
Publisher(s): This briefing paper highlights trends in racial disparities in the criminal justice system, discusses how such disparities impact communities of color and concludes with relevant information on best practices for reducing racial disparity.
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October 2014
Innocent Spouse Questions & Answers
Publisher(s):These questions and answers address issues such as the process for requesting innocent spouse relief, time for filing, the process for contacting an ex-spouse after filing, rules, and appeal rights.
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October 2014
2014 Truth About Abuse Survey
Publisher(s):This survey aimed to understand how long teens and young adults wait before they reach out for help and gauge what type of abuse is most prevalent among those who seek help.
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- NRCDV Publications
- Training Tools
September 2014
WEBINAR: The Pressure Is On: Ready for DVAM 2014?
Publisher(s):Since 1981, advocates, allies, survivors and their families have recognized October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). This webinar discusses planning and hosting successful and engaging awareness activities, even with limited time and resources.
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- NRCDV Publications
- Training Tools
September 2014
WEBINAR: Selling Social Change: Exploring What Works in Making the Case for Prevention
Publisher(s):On this webinar, the IPV Prevention Council and allies will share key preliminary findings from these discussions, invite participants to offer their insights, and explore successful models in Washington and Texas for encouraging investment in prevention.
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- NRCDV Publications
September 2014
How can I make my center an affirming place for people who identify as LGBTQ?
Publisher(s): Achieving equity and inclusivity for people who are traditionally on the margins of our culture is a multi-step process. NRCDV's September 2014 TA Question of the Month discusses strategies for promoting LGBTQ inclusion.
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September 2014
Immigrant Women in the United States: A Portrait of Demographic Diversity
Publisher(s):This document provides information on the 18.9 million immigrant women living in the United States in 2008.
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September 2014
Mind the Gap: Providing Shelter to Minor Dating Abuse Survivors
Publisher(s): This document provides guidance to advocates on addressing the current gap in services for teens needing emergency shelter to escape dating abuse.
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September 2014
¡Sin Seguro, No Más! Without Coverage, Without Safety, No More!: A Call to Lift the Bans that Deny Latinas Access to Safe, Legal, Affordable Abortion Care
Publisher(s):This report presents the historical context surrounding the Hyde Amendment, how abortion coverage bans exacerbate existing health disparities, and the ongoing impact of these bans on Latinas and other women of color, and low-income women. This report concludes with policy recommendations.
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September 2014
Prevalence and Characteristics of Sexual Violence, Stalking, and Intimate Partner Violence Victimization — National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey, United States, 2011
Publisher(s):This report describes the most recent data on the public health burden of sexual violence, stalking, and intimate partner violence victimization and the characteristics of victimization. Data in this report summarizes the second year of data collection from the National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS).
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September 2014
Moving Beyond the Wheel: Advocacy & Support for LGBTQ Survivors of Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):Battered Women's Justice Project (BWJP), The NW Network of Bi, Trans, Lesbian and Gay Survivors of Abuse
This webinar focuses on strategies for support and advocacy when working with LGBTQ survivors, with a particular emphasis on the needs and experiences of LGBTQ service members and veterans.