New laws to tackle human trafficking and better protect its victims have been passed by the Scottish Parliament. The Human Trafficking and Exploitation Bill strengthens existing criminal law against the practice and enhances the status of and support for victims.
VAWnet News Blog
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.
In the News
Friday, October 02, 2015
TA Question of the Month
Thursday, October 01, 2015
by Ivonne Ortiz, Training and Education Specialist for the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence
In the News
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
The Saugerties Police Department hopes its new purple and white patrol car will serve as a constant reminder of the need to prevent domestic violence, the police chief said Tuesday.
In the News
Monday, September 28, 2015
The report calls itself a “wake-up call” about cyber violence as a systemic concern, especially as technology is spreading across more regions. Presented by U.N. Women and the U.N.
In the News
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Many victims of domestic violence have been forced to move more than once after their abuser finds out where they live, but a new program in Iowa now promises to help them keep their addresses confidential.
In the News
Thursday, September 24, 2015
Malcolm Turnbull has outlined his vision to transform Australia’s culture regarding disrespect for women, as the Prime Minister unveiled a $100 million domestic and family violence package as his first major policy announcement.
