By Diana Griffin, Attorney Advisor, National Legal Center on Children and Domestic Violence In November, following Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we continue the conversation by focusing on children’s safety in custody cases involving family violence. Access to representation helps survivors advocate for their own and their children's safety. Yet, in…
#Gender Based Violence #NewsSeek to understand Tribal Sovereignty By Cindene Pezzell, Esq., Director of the National Defense Center for Criminalized Survivors At first glance, two devastating consequences of the colonization of the Americas appear contradictory: Indigenous women and girls are disproportionately victims of gender-based violence. According to a 2016 study by the National…
#Gender Based Violence #NewsA Message from Amy Sánchez, CEO of the Battered Women's Justice Project This October, we proudly celebrate 40 years of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA), the first federal legislation dedicated to supporting emergency shelters and services for victims of domestic violence and their families. Over the past…
#BWJP Announcements #Gender Based Violence #NewsBy Patrice Tillery and Veronica Thomas This 3-part Survivor Story Series by Patrice Tillery and Veronica Thomas explores the complex reasons why survivors may stay in abusive relationships and what eventually gives them the strength to leave. The series aims to unveil the invisible barriers—emotional, financial, and psychological—that trap survivors,…
#Gender Based Violence #NewsWhy We Stayed Series (Some identifying information such as names, dates, and locations have been redacted to protect the identities of survivors telling their stories.) By Patrice Tillery and Veronica Thomas Deciding to leave an abusive relationship is a painful journey marked by deep internal conflict. For many survivors, the…
#Gender Based Violence #NewsWhy We Stayed Series (Some identifying information such as names, dates, and locations have been redacted to protect the identities of survivors telling their stories.) By Patrice Tillery and Veronica Thomas Patrice and Veronica share their experiences to shed light on the complexities of gender-based violence (GBV). Telling their stories…
#Gender Based Violence #NewsWhy We Stayed Series (Some identifying information such as names, dates, and locations have been redacted to protect the identities of survivors telling their stories.) By Patrice Tillery and Veronica Thomas “If he was so abusive, then why did she stay?” Often, when people hear about someone in an abusive…
#Gender Based Violence #News"Things Survivors Wish You Knew" is a heartfelt and empowering series, rooted in the voices of survivors of gender-based violence. This collection shares stories and insights to help build understanding and offer meaningful support for those navigating abusive situations. From practical advice to emotional support, this series explores key messages…
#Gender Based Violence #NewsThings Survivors Wish You Knew Series By Patrice Tillery As we close out this series, we wanted to end with a note directly from a survivor. There are many things we have shared this month about common themes that survivors of gender-based violence express that they wish their loved ones…
#Gender Based Violence #NewsThings Survivors Wish You Knew Series By Patrice Tillery In addressing the pervasive issue of gender-based violence, it is crucial to recognize and combat the all-too-common phenomenon of victim blaming. Unfortunately, victims are often wrongly held responsible for the abuse they endure, perpetuating harmful myths and misconceptions within society. It…
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