Although domestic violence is a pervasive problem year-round, affecting more than 12 million women and men annually (NISVS, 2010
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This area provides access to current and past news coverage on various issues related to gender-based violence that has national reach or impact, a full archive of NRCDV eNewsletters featuring announcements of new resources, initiatives, and events and access to our recent and archived TA questions of the month.
TA Question of the Month
Tuesday, October 01, 2013
TA Question of the Month
Tuesday, September 03, 2013
Sexual assaults may put the victim at risk for contracting HIV. There is a medication available that acts as a prophylaxis after potential exposure to the virus. This medication is commonly referred to as nPEP (Nonoccupational Postexposure Prophylaxis). While this medication is available, it is not always accessible to every victim.
TA Question of the Month
Thursday, August 01, 2013
Since the release of new reports on sexual violence in the military, there have been lots of questions about how to address sexual violence within such a large system. First, note that rape culture exists in every institution, and this problem is not unique to the military.
TA Question of the Month
Monday, July 01, 2013
by Patty Branco, NRCDV Senior Technical Assistance and Resource Specialist
TA Question of the Month
Monday, June 03, 2013
“Sexting” is the term commonly used to refer to the act of sending or receiving nude or sexually suggestive images through mobile devices or social media sites. This image sharing can be consensual, coerced, or achieved through manipulation. When teens participate in this form of digital sexual expression, it can violate existing laws established to address child pornography.
TA Question of the Month
Wednesday, May 01, 2013
May is Older Americans Month, honoring the value that elders contribute to our communities. It also provides an opportunity to elevate the rights of elders to live free from abuse.
