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January 2012
Sexual Violence in Youth: Findings from the 2012 National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey
Publisher(s):This special report summarized key findings from NISVS data demonstrating the widespread nature of sexual violence in the United States, with many victims under the age of 18 when they first experience it.
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January 2012
Finding the Perfect Shade of Change: Resources for Sexual Violence Preventionists Creating Safe and Healthy Communities
Publisher(s):This information packet provides guidance to prevention practitioners at local, state, tribal, territory, and national organizations to work more effectively toward the goal of eliminating sexual violence in their communities.
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January 2012
Housing and Sexual Violence Research Brief
Publisher(s):This research brief explores the relationship between housing issues, homelessness, and sexual violence. The research reviewed indicates that residents of subsidized housing and people who are homeless experience disproportionate rates of sexual violence.
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January 2012
Reproductive Health 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.
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January 2012
Effects of Domestic Violence on the Workplace: A Vermont survey of male offenders enrolled in batterer intervention programs
This report informs policy makers and employers about the way Vermont workplaces are affected by domestic violence. It provides important information to help employers make decisions about policy and procedural responses to employees involved in domestic violence.
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January 2012
Financial Literacy for Newcomers: Weaving Immigrant Needs into Financial Education
Publisher(s):It includes online resources, a snapshot of participating programs across the country, and sample interview questions when working on financial literacy with immigrant populations.
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January 2012
Going To Places That Scare Me: Personal Reflections On Challenging Male Supremacy
Publisher(s):In this article, a white male activist discusses his experience of being confronted by women activists as sexist and addressing these concerns.
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January 2012
A Parent's Guide to Facebook
Publisher(s):This guide was designed to teach parents how to help their teens strengthen their privacy and safety on Facebook. It discusses managing reputation, risks, privacy, and reporting problems.
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January 2012
Toward Healthy and Whole: Rethinking Gender and Transformation for Bois of Color
Publisher(s):This document describes the Brown Boi Project approach to gender transformation. Gender transformative learning builds an environment where mental health resources are de-stigmatized, new models for masculinity emerge, and boys of color are able to develop an empowering sense of self.
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January 2012
Sexuality & Sexual Violence in Religious Texts
Publisher(s):This annotated bibliography features articles that address sexuality and sexual violence in religious text and related literature. It reviews research regarding clergy and sexual violence and faith-based responses as well as religious perspectives concerning sexuality and sexual violence.
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January 2012
Counter Trafficking and Assistance to Vulnerable Migrants: Annual Report of Activities 2011
Publisher(s):This report, which details activities of the IOM's Assistance to Vulnerable Migrants programs and projects, focuses on IOM's direct assistance to trafficked persons and vulnerable migrants, in particular the provision of voluntary, safe, and sustainable return and reintegration assistance.
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January 2012
Victims with Brain Injuries in Domestic Violence Support Groups
Publisher(s):This handout offers helpful tips for assisting a domestic violence victim who has a traumatic brain injury within a support group setting.