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An Online Resource Library on Gender-Based Violence.

Providing Gender-Inclusive Services

“We must understand that programs are not offering the same services to victims of the LBGTQ community. Male and trans survivors are being denied services at local dv programs. We called over 30 programs and asked them if they provide shelter and services to men and all of them said yes. When we asked a male to call those same 30 programs, most of them denied him services without inviting him to come into the office.” – LBGTQ Advocate

The Family Violence Prevention and Services Act Final Rule indicates that all survivors must have access to services and programs and must receive comparable services including emergency shelter, victim centered advocacy, crisis counseling, support groups, and referrals to other essential services. Providing services to male-identified survivors is not only required by law; it is the ethical and right thing to do. Services that are inclusive and accessible to survivors of all genders is benefits all survivors of violence and increases the safety of their families and community.

Ask yourself…

  • When you think about male victims of abuse, who comes to mind?
  • When it comes to gender-inclusive services, how can you do better?
  • What is your organizational culture regarding male-identified victims of domestic violence?
  • What message would you like an individual who identifies as a male-identified victim/survivor to receive from your organization’s awareness materials?

This section provides guidance on how to recognize and respond to the specific needs of male-identified domestic violence survivors. NRCDV provides individualized support in building your organization’s capacity to serve male-identified survivors. To learn more, access our Enhancing Services to Male-identified Survivors Technical Assistance Framework.

"Gender is everywhere. No matter who is sitting down with us for an intake we need to understand what is happening in their relationship, and ensure that our services are the ones they need." Learn more from Lutheran Settlement House's Gender Inclusive Assessment.

APA Issues First-Ever Guidelines for Practice with Men and Boys

This article contains guidelines to help psychologists specifically work with men and boys. It emphasizes how traditional masculinity is psychologically harmful and that socializing boys to suppress their emotions causes damage that echoes both inwardly and outwardly.

WEBINAR: Enhancing Services to Male Survivors Part 2: Voices from the Field

Part II of the Enhancing Services to Male Survivors webinar series showcases the work of two domestic violence agencies that are leading the way as they expand their services to male survivors. The presenters share lessons learned through this process and offer promising practices to help build capacity to recognize and respond to the needs of male-identified survivors of domestic violence.

Serving Male-Identified Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence

This paper offers guideposts for responding to the needs of male-identified victims of intimate partner violence. It is meant to be a resource to foster meaningful dialogue around supporting inclusive services for all victims and survivors seeking safety and healing.

Asian Male Domestic Violence Victims: Services Exclusive for Men

One of the main reasons abused men do not seek social services is strong endorsement of social/cultural values and avoidance of gender role conflict. This journal article explores how services for male victims in Asian communities often face obstacles such as secretiveness, cultural values, masculine identity, tolerance, shame, and loss of face.

Sheltering Trans Men Webinar

This 90-minute webinar uses three case studies to illustrate how placement decisions can be made. Includes a section on preventing and confronting bias.

Toolkit for Work with Male Victims of Domestic Abuse

The purpose of this Toolkit is primarily to support frontline workers in their work with male victims (in heterosexual or same-sex relationships). This work may be delivered from organizations supporting male victims or in any other setting where men might present as domestic abuse victims looking for information, advice and support. 

Why include people of all genders in shelters?

Providing gender-integrated services is a key way to provide safety and healing for all survivors. This tip sheet from FORGE includes eight reasons to provide gender-inclusive shelter services.