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May 2017
Firearm Justifiable Homicides and Non-Fatal Self-Defense Gun Use
Publisher(s):Data analyzed in this report, although not specific to intimate partner violence, suggest that victims of attempted or completed violent crimes rarely use firearms in self-defense.
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May 2017
Domestic Violence Counts 2016: A 24-hour census of domestic violence shelters and services
Publisher(s): For the eleventh consecutive year, on September 14, 2016, NNEDV conducted a one-day unduplicated count of adults and children seeking domestic violence services in the United States. This annual census documents the number of individuals who sought services in a single 24-hour period, as well as the types of services requested, the number of service requests that went unmet due to a lack of resources, and the issues and barriers that domestic violence programs face as they strive to provide services to victims of domestic violence.
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April 2017
Charting the Path Forward: National Data Highlights on Promising Trends and Continuing Challenges in Campus Sexual Assault Prevention
Publisher(s):This report examines the current state of sexual assault prevention to identify positive national trends in higher education and spotlight areas that schools need to continue to focus their attention.
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- NRCDV Publications
March 2017
How can I engage my community this April to honor SAAM?
Publisher(s):In NRCDV's March 2017 TA Question of the month, Susan Sullivan offers insight on the power of on engaging new voices and resources for Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
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- General Material
February 2017
HIV and the LGBT Community
Publisher(s):This informational guide reviews issues regarding LGBTQ identity and the intersections between HIV impact and racial, sexual, and gender identities. It explores some of the policy work being done by the HRC to end the epidemic.
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- Training Tools
February 2017
Polyvictimization in Later Life
Publisher(s): The training addresses the context of polyvictimization; victims and perpetrators of polyvictimization; best practices to work with older adults affected by polyvictimization using trauma-informed, ethical, and culturally appropriate practices; and the latest research and best practices to serve this population.
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- Training Tools
January 2017
DV & HIV/AIDS Toolkit
Publisher(s):This toolkit aims to provide domestic violence and HIV/AIDS service providers with information and resources to enhance services for persons exposed to HIV/AIDS and domestic violence.
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- Training Tools
January 2017
Toolkit for Education Leaders: Your Campus Can Be Ready
Publisher(s):This toolkit offers resources for education leaders to take the first steps toward equipping students with the skills they need for relationships based on equality and respect.
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- General Material
December 2016
Special Collection: For Native American Teens
Publisher(s):This Special Collection developed by the National Indigenous Women's Resource Center provides information and resources on teen dating violence within Native communities.
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- NRCDV Publications
October 2016
How do I effectively engage my community in ending domestic violence? Build a collection of awesomeness.
Publisher(s): In NRCDV's November 2016 TA Question of the month, Ivonne Ortiz offers advice on how to engage communities beyond DVAM.
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- Training Tools
September 2016
Victim Identification Pamphlet for NGOs, Faith-based and Community Groups and General Public
Publisher(s):This pamphlet helps organizations identify the signs of human trafficking and gives tips on what to do if you suspect someone is a victim of human trafficking. It is available in several languages.
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September 2016
When Men Murder Women: An Analysis of 2014 Homicide Data
Publisher(s):The study covers homicides involving one female murder victim and one male offender, and uses data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Supplementary Homicide Report.