VAWnet News Blog

The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) is disappointed and concerned by the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling today in Grants Pass v. Johnson. The Court’s decision to allow criminalization of homelessness will penalize victims of domestic violence for making the often life-saving decision to flee from a violent partner.  

This TA Question of the Month explores the impact of mandatory reporting on survivors of domestic violence and offers strategies for advocates navigating reporting requirements.

In the context of emergencies and disasters – and beyond – as advocates, service providers and social change agents, our work is the work of dismantling systems of oppression. This TAQ explores what it means to root our disaster prevention and response efforts in equity, mutual aid, and hope.

In this Technical Assistance Question of the Month, Jacqueline Miller reflects on how we can embrace abundance in our work to end domestic violence and promote racial equity.

Last week two 19-year-old twin sisters were attacked in Brooklyn after police say they refused to give their number to a 20-year-old man who approached them. Pamela Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer of the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence joins CBS New York to discuss.

In this Technical Assistance Question of the Month, Joyce Kyles shares recommendations and tangible resources to help advocates in the gender-based violence movement better support survivors within marginalized communities in addressing their mental health needs.