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December 2019
Why Faith Matters: Rev. Lydia Mulkey on Forgiveness and Sin
Publisher(s): In this short video, Rev. Lydia Mulkey, pastor and anti-violence activist, discusses the issue of forgiveness and how Christians sometimes focus more on forgiving the sinner rather than on helping the victim/survivor.
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December 2019
Why Faith Matters: Rev. Lydia Mulkey On Healing Through Ritual and Prayer
Publisher(s): In this short video, Rev. Lydia Mulkey, pastor and anti-violence activist, talks about the special role of ritual and prayer in healing.
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November 2019
Vital Signs: Estimated Proportion of Adult Health Problems Attributable to Adverse Childhood Experiences and Implications for Prevention: 25 States, 2015–2017
Publisher(s): Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), such as victimization, substance misuse in the household, or witnessing intimate partner violence, have been linked to leading causes of adult morbidity and mortality. This report presents the CDC’s first ever comprehensive estimates of the potential to improve Americans’ health by preventing ACEs.
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November 2019
These California police officers were charged with brutalizing loved ones. So why are so many still carrying a gun?
Publisher(s): California police officers accused of domestic violence routinely plead down to nonviolent misdemeanors, such as disturbing the peace, vandalism or unreasonable noise, allowing them to keep their guns and badges. This is an investigation as to how this is allowed within law enforcement agencies
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- NRCDV Publications
November 2019
How can allies support trans and genderqueer communities for Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) and beyond?
Publisher(s): Holding a Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) event is a strong show of support for the trans and genderqueer communities. If you are thinking about organizing one in your area, there are a number of important considerations before finalizing your plans. In NRCDV's November 2019 TA Question of the Month, guest author Miller Hoffman offers key considerations for allies.
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October 2019
Language Access Materials for Police and Prosecutors
Publisher(s): This webpage provides links to many resources and tools for police and prosecutors to improve meaningful language access for victims with limited English proficiency.
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October 2019
A National Portrait of Restorative Approaches to Intimate Partner Violence: Pathways to Safety, Accountability, Healing, and Well-Being
Publisher(s):This report provides an overview of findings from case studies of programs addressing intimate partner violence and sexual assault through restorative and transformative approaches. These programs generally prioritized promoting safety and empowerment, ending violence, changing social norms. The report concludes with information on guiding principles and practice recommendations for the field.
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- NRCDV Publications
October 2019
Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence Need Paid Safe Days
Publisher(s): Nearly 20 million people experience domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking by intimate partners every year in the United States. Nearly 1,300 women die from intimate partner violence and nearly two million are injured each year. This fact sheet outlines how a national paid sick and safe days standard would help provide victims and survivors the support and job stability they need to escape and address violence.
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October 2019
DVAM! Advocacy and Male Survivors of Domestic Violence
Publisher(s): LGBTQ culturally specific programs have a long history of supporting bisexual men, transgender men, and gay men who have survived domestic violence. This webinar shares the North West Network’s approach to meaningfully supporting male survivors by centering the experiences of bi+, trans, and gay men, and shares tips and best practices in providing advocacy.
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- NRCDV Publications
October 2019
Victim-Defined Advocacy Beyond Leaving: Safer through Strategies to Reduce Violent Behavior
Publisher(s): This paper explores strategies to reduce violent behavior, both physical violence and all other forms of abuse, using a victim-defined approach. It recognizes that reducing violence is central to our mission, difficult, and long been a part of our advocacy to make victims safer.
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- NRCDV Publications
September 2019
How can protective orders support survivors’ safety?
Publisher(s): Protective orders, also called restraining orders, protection orders, or injunctions depending on the state, can be an invaluable tool that survivors can utilize to obtain safety. NRCDV's September 2019 TA Question of the Month outlines some of the key ways in which protective orders can support survivors' safety.
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September 2019
WEBINAR: DELTA FOCUS Stories: Lessons Learned from 3 Community-Based Initiatives
Publisher(s): On this 90-minute webinar, preventionists and change-makers in Alaska, Rhode Island, and North Carolina share their successes, surprises, pivots, and points of learning along their journeys, offering strategies and tools for those who wish to engage in this work or adapt similar projects for their own communities.