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January 2010
¡Sí Podemos! Yes We Can/Beyond Domestic Violence: Achieving Financial Independence
Publisher(s):This curriculum contains practical tools for Latina survivors that are working on or reflecting about achieving their financial independence. A Trainers Guide for facilitators is also provided.
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January 2010
2010 State Law Report Cards: A National Survey of Teen Dating Violence Laws
Publisher(s):This report card assesses each state’s domestic violence protection order laws and how they impact young people who seek protection from abusive relationships.
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January 2010
Policy approaches to engaging men and boys in achieving gender equality and health equity
Publisher(s):This policy brief discusses the importance of developing and implementing policies to engage men in achieving gender equality and reducing health disparities. While it deals largely with issues related to disease and other health issues, the rationale and framework may be useful in developing internal policies and advocating for broader policy-driven social change.
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January 2010
Housing and Sexual Violence Fact Sheet
Publisher(s):This two page fact sheet offers information on the impact of housing costs, housing and various forms of oppression, and how advocates can help.
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January 2010
¡Sí Podemos! Yes We Can/Beyond Domestic Violence: Achieving Financial Independence Video
Publisher(s):This video (English and Spanish version) accompanies the Achieving Financial Independence Curriculum. It features the lives and struggles of 5 Latina survivors of domestic violence who were able to start their own business and become financially independent.
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January 2010
Florida’s Model Policy on Officer-Involved Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):Law Enforcement Families Partnership, Institute for Family Violence Studies (IFVS), Florida State University (FSU)
This model policy intends to establish uniform statewide guidelines that provide clear procedures and protocols for preventing, investigating, reporting, and responding to domestic violence involving officers.
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January 2010
Enhancing Services to Children and Youth in Virginia Exposed to Violence: A Report on a Demonstration Project Funded by the US Department of Health and Human Services, Family Violence Prevention and Services Program, 2006-2008
Publisher(s):This report offers a project description, detailed project activities and outcomes, and resource development information.
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January 2010
Privacy Considerations When Posting Content Online
Publisher(s):For those who want to be more protective of their online information, this handout provides some questions to consider when posting content online.
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January 2010
Human Trafficking Power and Control Wheel
Publisher(s):This tool shows the power and control tactics used against victims of human trafficking.
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January 2010
Women of Color and the Struggle for Reproductive Justice
Publisher(s):This article outlines linkages between reproductive oppression, women of color, and communities of color. Statistics are included.
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January 2010
What to do if you've been the victim of a hate crime
Publisher(s):This resource provides information on what a person who has experienced a hate crime can do to report it and find support.
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January 2010
Savings Outcomes of an IDA Program for Survivors of Domestic Violence
Publisher(s):This study examines saving rates, withdrawals, and purchases made among 125 women who participated in the IDA program in St. Louis, MO.