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Holiday Toolbox

berdman — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 15:14:27 +0000

Holiday Toolbox berdman Mon, 11/04/2019 - 10:14

Published

November 01, 2016

New Resources Added

November 13, 2019

Author(s)

Ivonne Ortiz

Kenya Fairley

Patty Branco

Welcome to our Holiday Toolbox! NRCDV has released information to the field, including Technical Assistance (TA) Guidance documents, as part of our Domestic Violence and the Holidays Series in preparation for the time period beginning the week of Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day (“the holidays”). These were developed to 1) respond to the common misperception that domestic violence increases during the holidays, and 2) provide support during a time that may be stressful for survivors of domestic violence and the programs that serve them.

Available research linking reports of domestic violence to the holiday season is limited and inconclusive. In fact, data available from the National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH) shows a decline in the number of calls received during the holidays, including on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (see Effect of the Holidays on Calls to the National Domestic Violence Hotline). Whether or not domestic violence programs experience shifts in the number of survivors accessing services during the holidays, there are unique opportunities and challenges to consider as victim advocates provide services to survivors and their families during this time.

The resources included in this Toolbox highlight trauma-informed strategies to support programs in promoting healing, wellness and safety during the holiday season, while taking into consideration the diverse needs of survivors and the advocates that serve them. Each TA Guidance document provides best practice information and resources related to: positive visioning, promoting wellness and managing stress, cultural sensitivity, responding to the food-related needs of survivors in shelter, considerations for working with survivors from specific populations, and understanding the available research.

The Toolbox features holiday call data from the National Domestic Violence Hotline, and a social media section offering messaging to engage audiences around supporting survivors during the holidays via Twitter, Facebook and other channels.

These tools are offered to inspire and support community-based programs in their efforts to develop innovative, trauma-informed, culturally inclusive practices that are responsive to the unique needs of both survivors and advocates.

Open Doors: Thinking Beyond Shelter (Or Alternative Ways to Help Survivors)

ckeene — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 16:40:51 +0000

Open Doors: Thinking Beyond Shelter (Or Alternative Ways to Help Survivors) ckeene Thu, 08/11/2016 - 12:40

Published

March 01, 2014

Many concerned community members want to help families experiencing domestic violence. This is PART 2 of a 2-part collection, which includes Domestic Violence Shelter Development (PART 1). PART 2 provides suggestions and ideas for building needed resources in your community for survivors of domestic violence, in lieu of opening a shelter or safe house.

While many individuals and communities across the country have succeeded in establishing shelters that serve the needs of countless survivors of domestic violence, one of the most vital considerations regarding whether to start a new shelter is that of need. In just one day in 2013, more than 66,500 victims across the country were served by 1,649 local domestic violence programs participating in the 2013 National Census of Domestic Violence Services. The vast majority of these programs (77%) included emergency shelter as part of their services (NNEDV, 2014). While most survivors access supportive nonresidential services only, according to the 2013 National Census of Domestic Violence Services – in which approximately 87% of identified local domestic violence programs in the U.S. participated – 36,348 domestic violence victims found refuge in emergency shelters or transitional housing provided by local domestic violence programs (NNEDV, 2014).

Despite large numbers of domestic violence survivors finding safety in shelters across the country, shelters are not equipped to meet the long-term needs of survivors, as most are designed to provide emergency, short-term housing. Moreover, many survivors utilize the numerous non-residential services provided by domestic violence programs, and have an interrelated range of needs. For example, a survivor may need legal advocacy for a protective order case against an abusive partner. Attempting to leave an abuser without legal protection may exacerbate an already dangerous situation. Or a survivor may need financial help in order to execute a carefully constructed safety plan.

Alternative Ways to Help Survivors

Based upon your particular background or area of expertise, choose a section below to learn about the unique ways in which individuals can assist survivors of domestic violence. Please note the following list is not exhaustive, and individuals are encouraged to help survivors to the extent they are able and under the guidance of their domestic violence victim advocacy program. To find a program serving your community, contact your state/territory coalition. Each coalition identifies local domestic violence programs (also referred to as members) organized by county or region on their websites.

The Intersection of Domestic Violence and the Military: Working across Disciplines

ckeene — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 22:55:51 +0000

The Intersection of Domestic Violence and the Military: Working across Disciplines ckeene Thu, 08/11/2016 - 18:55

Published

July 01, 2013

The purpose of this collection is to:

Examine the prevalence of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) (including relevant references to Military Sexual Trauma (MST)) among veterans returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan1;
Examine the implications for the domestic and sexual violence fields of veterans returning with co-occurring issues (PTSD, TBI, MST);
Provide information related to best practices when addressing these co-occurring issues through a multi-systems approach;
Explore some of the challenges experienced by female service members and veterans through the lens of violence against women; and
Increase awareness about organizations that are currently working to address TBI, PTSD, MST and domestic violence (DV).

A brief glossary of terms has been included for your reference and to assist with understanding the information discussed here. This special collection is intended to expand on the previous collection Traumatic Brain Injury and Domestic Violence: Understanding the Intersections published by the NRCDV in March 2010. As you read through this collection of resources and materials, please refer to the chart below, "Total Force" U.S. Armed Forces for an understanding of how the U.S. military is organized.

This resource was developed by the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence. Special thanks to the National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence, the Battered Women's Justice Project, the Service Women's Action Network, the VA Center for Health Equity and Promotion, and the Family Advocacy Program, Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for their contributions.

1. The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are also known as Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) and Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) respectively.

Sexual Violence in the Military

ckeene — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 23:17:42 +0000

Sexual Violence in the Military ckeene Thu, 08/11/2016 - 19:17

Published

July 01, 2013

The purpose of this collection is to:

Provide information on issues and concepts specific to sexual violence against military service members;
Define the term Military Sexual Trauma;
Inform on current policy, procedures, legislation, and litigation that may impact members of the military, veterans, and advocates;
Offer resources for service members, veterans, advocates, educators, and prevention practitioners; and
Share additional resources and organizations serving as partners, collaborators, advocates, or allies for service members and veterans impacted by sexual violence.

This collection is a companion piece to The Intersection of Domestic Violence and the Military: Working Across Disciplines published by the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence in June 2011. In an effort to focus on the topic of Military Sexual Trauma as a co-occurring issue, the resources listed here provide a detailed look at the issue of sexual violence in the military.

While information and resources shared here should provide pertinent and reliable information on the topic, this is by no means a complete collection of all resources available. These resources were compiled by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center to add to the body of knowledge for people affected by and working to end sexual violence.

Policy Recommendations to Increase Safe Housing for Survivors: Learning from & Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships

berdman — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 11:33:39 +0000

Policy Recommendations to Increase Safe Housing for Survivors: Learning from & Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships berdman Fri, 09/27/2024 - 07:33

General Material

Published Date

October, 2024

Publisher(s)

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)

STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center

National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)

Author(s)

Shenna Morris

Caroline LaPorte

Monica Mclaughlin

On October 12-13, 2023 the Office of Family Violence Prevention Services hosted a roundtable discussion on safe housing solutions for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, with coordination by the STTARS Indigenous Safe Housing Center, the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence, and the National Network to End Domestic Violence. Survivors, advocates, domestic and sexual violence coalitions, national housing experts, federal partners, and partners from public and private industries from across the country convened in Washington D.C. for a roundtable discussion on safe housing solutions for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. This report shares key insights and recommendations that emerged from the roundtable.

Associated Files

Attachment	Size
Policy Recommendations to Increase Safe Housing for Survivors: Learning from & Leveraging Public-Private Partnerships	3.56 MB
Press Release: Policy Recommendations to Increase Safe Housing for Survivors	102.26 KB

Material Categories

Collaboration / Bridge Building

Nontraditional Programming

Residential / Shelter Services

Economic Justice

Racial Justice

Communities of Color

Domestic Violence

Housing & Homelessness

Sexual Violence

WEBINAR: Self-Managed Abortion, Domestic Violence, and the Law

ckeene — Wed, 28 Aug 2024 15:26:17 +0000

WEBINAR: Self-Managed Abortion, Domestic Violence, and the Law ckeene Wed, 08/28/2024 - 11:26

General Material

NRCDV Publications

Training Tools

Published Date

August, 2024

New Resources Added

August 29, 2024

Publisher(s)

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)

Author(s)

Lauren Paulk

Rebecca Wang

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The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence partnered with Provide and If/When/How to shed light on reproductive coercion and survivors’ reproductive health needs. This training was been designed specifically for those of you who provide direct services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. This 2-hour training will address questions you may have about the intersection of SMA care and your work to support victims and survivors of gender-based violence.

This training covers what self-managed abortion is and isn’t, the impact of criminalization of pregnant people and their families, and the difference between giving legal advice and information. Trainers also clarify that there is no requirement presently in any state to report someone who is self-managing their abortion. With the ever-changing legal landscape around abortion, and diminishing access to in-clinic abortion services, knowing how to support people who are considering self-managed abortion will become increasingly important.

About Our Partners:

Provide offers free training and technical assistance to help health and social service organizations compassionately and proactively respond to their community’s needs around abortion care and other stigmatized services. | https://providecare.org/
If/When/How is a group of "lawyers and advocates who believe that everyone should be able to determine if, when, and how to build their families without barriers or punishment." | https://ifwhenhow.org/

Associated Links

TAQ: How can gender-based violence organizations best respond to essential heal…

Spanish Recording

English Recording

Associated Files

Attachment	Size
Presentation Slides	10.13 MB

Material Categories

Coordinated Community Response

Counseling & Crisis Intervention

Nontraditional Programming

Trauma Informed Approach

Healthcare

Reproductive Justice

Domestic Violence

Health / Public Health

Sexual Health / Literacy

Sexual Violence

2024 National Prevention Town Hall

ckeene — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 16:57:40 +0000

2024 National Prevention Town Hall ckeene Thu, 08/29/2024 - 12:57

General Material

NRCDV Publications

Training Tools

Published Date

August, 2024

New Resources Added

August 29, 2024

Publisher(s)

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)

What does prevention look like when rooted in community and culture, outside of systems? As we continue to navigate the impact from COVID and the many related shifts we’ve experienced in the past years, our values have transformed and so must our strategies. The 5th annual National Prevention Town Hall features anti-violence prevention approaches in the Mountain region of the United States.

This space offers a virtual gallery tour of innovative change-making projects, collectives, and approaches that fuel us all forward. This gallery tour can allow us to learn about what’s being mobilized beyond the systems we often work in for violence prevention. A panel follows the gallery tour so we can weave together meaningful connections and address questions about reconnection, restoration, and re-indigenizing practices in the Mountain region.

Presenters explore creative, sustainable approaches for advancing social change in the face of uncertainty. Across all aspects of our movement work - from housing rights to survivor healing to restorative justice - each of us plays a critical part in creating the world we wish to live into together. In the words of Gwendolyn Brooks, “We are each other's harvest; we are each other's business; we are each other's magnitude and bond.”

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¿Cómo se ve la prevención cuando está cimentada en la comunidad y la cultura, al margen de los sistemas? A medida que seguimos enfrentando el impacto del COVID y los muchos cambios que hemos experimentado en los últimos años, nuestros valores se han transformado y así también deben hacerlo nuestras estrategias. El 5º Congreso Nacional de Prevención presentará los enfoques de prevención de la violencia en la Región Montañosa de los Estados Unidos.

Este espacio ofrecerá un recorrido virtual por las galerías de diferentes proyectos, colectivos y enfoques innovadores que impulsan el cambio y nos permiten avanzar a todes. Esta visita a la galería puede permitirnos conocer lo que está sucediendo en materia de prevención de violencia más allá de los sistemas con los que solemos trabajar. Luego de la visita a la galería, se llevará a cabo una mesa redonda en la que se establecerán conexiones significativas y se abordarán preguntas con relación a la reconexión, la restauración y las prácticas de reindigenización en la Región Montañosa.

Únete a nosotres para explorar los enfoques creativos y sostenibles que impulsen el cambio social frente a la incertidumbre. En todos los aspectos del trabajo que realiza nuestro movimiento, desde el derecho a la vivienda y la sanación de sobrevivientes, hasta la justicia restauradora, cada une de nosotres juega un papel fundamental en la creación del mundo en el que queremos vivir juntes. En palabras de Gwendolyn Brooks, “Somos la cosecha del otre; somos el asunto del otre; somos la magnitud y el vínculo del otre”.

Associated Links

Registration Link

Video Recording - Day 1 (English)

Video Recording - Day 1 (Spanish)

Video Recording - Day 2 (English)

Video Recording - Day 2 (Spanish)

Associated Files

Attachment	Size
Event Program (English)	5.7 MB
Event Program (Spanish)	3.16 MB
Presentation Slides - Day 1 (English)	15.51 MB
Presentation Slides - Day 2 (English)	11.18 MB
Presentation Slides - Day 1 (Spanish)	14.46 MB
Presentation Slides - Day 2 (Spanish)	9.35 MB
Graphic Recording - Day 1 (English)	7.5 MB
Graphic Recording - Day 1 (Spanish)	7.38 MB
Graphic Recording - Day 2 (English)	7.66 MB
Graphic Recording - Day 2 (Spanish)	7.57 MB
Banner Image	1.67 MB

Material Categories

Coalition Building

Collaboration / Bridge Building

Community Organizing / Mobilization / Engagement

Coordinated Community Response

Movement Building

Cultural Competence

Nontraditional Programming

Prevention Programming

Disability Rights

Immigration / Resettlement

LGBTQ Rights

Racial Justice

Attitudes / Perception / Awareness

Communities of Color

Disability

Domestic Violence

Health / Public Health

Immigrant / Refugee

Race

Disaster & Emergency Preparedness and Response for the Gender-Based Violence Field Fact Sheet

berdman — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 11:48:16 +0000

Disaster & Emergency Preparedness and Response for the Gender-Based Violence Field Fact Sheet berdman Tue, 04/23/2024 - 07:48

General Material

NRCDV Publications

Training Tools

Published Date

May, 2024

Publisher(s)

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)

Author(s)

Patty Branco

Gender-based violence (GBV) is a critical issue facing communities affected by disasters. At the same time, disasters can also have a distinctly challenging impact on those individuals already traumatized by violence. This fact sheet outlines available data and explores how anti-violence advocates and organizations can best prepare and respond to disaster and emergency situations.

Associated Files

Attachment	Size
Disaster & Emergency Preparedness and Response for the Gender-Based Violence Field Fact Sheet	269.94 KB

Material Categories

Raising Awareness

Nontraditional Programming

Trauma Informed Approach

A New Nonmandated Program for People Who Cause Intimate Partner Violence: Findings from an Implementation Assessment in New York City

berdman — Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:51:52 +0000

A New Nonmandated Program for People Who Cause Intimate Partner Violence: Findings from an Implementation Assessment in New York City berdman Thu, 03/28/2024 - 13:51

General Material

Published Date

January, 2024

Publisher(s)

Author(s)

In 2020, the New York City Mayor’s Office for Economic Opportunity, the Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV), and the Human Resources Administration funded the Urban Institute to conduct an implementation assessment of the Respect and Responsibility (R&R) demonstration project, a free nonmandated program for people who cause intimate partner violence (IPV). The R&R program “includes a multi-week intervention and individualized assessments, case management, counseling, and other supportive services,” and is delivered by three program providers: Urban Resource Institute, STEPS to End Family Violence at Rising Ground, and the RISE Project at the Center for Justice Innovation. Urban’s goals were to (1) establish a foundation for evaluating the R&R program, (2) assess the curriculum’s development, and (3) assess how program providers implement the program.

This report advances the third goal and summarizes findings as they relate to the implementation assessment. This report (1) delves into literature describing the state of IPV interventions for people who cause harm and the need for nonmandated interventions, (2) describes the R&R program’s background, (3) illustrates the methods Urban used to conduct its assessment, (4) shares findings from the research, and (5) concludes with discussions and recommendations for future R&R programs.

Associated Links

A New Nonmandated Program for People Who Cause Intimate Partner Violence: Findi…

Material Categories

Nontraditional Programming

Domestic Violence

Offenders / Perpetrators

Process Evaluation of a Flexible Funding Pilot Program to Prevent Homelessness among BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Survivors

berdman — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 16:06:10 +0000

Process Evaluation of a Flexible Funding Pilot Program to Prevent Homelessness among BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Survivors berdman Wed, 08/23/2023 - 12:06

General Material

NRCDV Publications

Published Date

March, 2023

Publisher(s)

Safe Housing Partnerships

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV)

Author(s)

Oyesola Oluwafunmilayo Ayeni

Clarice Hampton

The LGBT Center of Central Pennsylvania (PA) received funding from the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) to pilot a flexible financial assistance model. This process evaluation was undertaken to document the organization's background and service model, what it takes for the organization to implement the flexible financial assistance model, and to provide preliminary evidence for its impact on the lives of BIPOC and LGBTQ+ survivors. This report summarizes the findings from this evaluation to offer guidance to other organizations. This includes the challenges encountered and lessons learned in the implementation process along with preliminary evidence of the success of the flexible financial assistance model.

Associated Links

Report: Process Evaluation of a Flexible Funding Pilot Program to Prevent Homel…

Infograph: Process Evaluation of a Flexible Funding Pilot Program to Prevent Ho…

Material Categories

Nontraditional Programming

Funding Opportunities

Housing & Homelessness

Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity