Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
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A project of the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV). The Domestic Violence Awareness Project (DVAP) supports the rights of all individuals, especially women and girls, to live in peace and dignity.
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
3w ago
In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, we’re excited to uplift the National Sexual Violence Resource Center’s theme for SAAM 2024, . This blog post highlights new resources and activities for SAAM 2024 ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
2M ago
February is both Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) and Black History Month (BHM). This month and always, we’re uplifting the connections between preventing relationship violence and honoring Black history, as we center the wisdom, vision, and leadership of Black youth in our work today ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
7M ago
As we enter into Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), the Domestic Violence Awareness Project calls on us to survivors, especially those navigating anti-Blackness and other systems of oppression, throughout DVAM and beyond ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
1y ago
“We dream of a world where health equity is a reality for Black women and girls. And we can create that world when we center those most impacted in our violence prevention work.” – Patty Branco from April 11-17 and throughout the month of April, NRCDV is centering the connections between maternal health ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
1y ago
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and beyond, we are committed to promoting the alignment of our values with our actions as we navigate intersecting realities, grounded in our shared commitment to no survivor justice without racial justice . In order to end domestic violence and create safe and thriving communities for all, we must dismantle anti-Blackness and center humanity, wellness, joy, and connectedness for advocates, survivors, and all who work alongside us towards collective liberation ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
2y ago
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month! The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) supports NSVRC’s #SAAM2022 theme of . We call upon the movement to explore ways the field can create supportive online spaces that prioritize Black health, healing, and wellness ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
2y ago
Even before its official declaration, Sexual Assault Awareness Month was about both awareness and prevention of sexual assault, harassment, and abuse. From the civil rights movement to the founding of the first rape crisis centers to national legislation and beyond, the roots of SAAM run deep. From then until now, Black women have been and remain the leaders of the movement to end gender-based violence. Without Black women there is no movement ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
2y ago
This February, the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) is lifting up key resources that “Center Connection” by building meaningful relationships with youth across multiple identities and lived experiences. We are highlighting advocates, programs, initiatives, and campaigns that center Black youth and honor their wisdom and leadership ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
2y ago
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is right around the corner, and for #DVAM2021 we are turning up the heat on our call to action from last year, No Survivor Justice Without Racial Justice . This October and beyond, the Domestic Violence Awareness Project calls on the domestic violence movement to center, celebrate, and follow the leadership of Black survivors, leaders, advocates, and frontline workers ..read more
Domestic Violence Awareness Project Blog
2y ago
In celebration of Father's Day, Rus Ervin Funk shares reflections on his roles as a father and as an advocate ..read more