Battered Women's Justice Project: Domestic Violence Resource Network

Domestic Violence Resource Network / DVRN

Funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families, the Domestic Violence Resource Network (DVRN) strives to strengthen the existing support systems serving battered women, their children, and other victims of domestic violence. Each resource center partners with community-based domestic violence programs; state coalitions; local, state, and federal government agencies; Indian tribal organizations; policy makers; and other involved in assisting victims of domestic violence to identify and respond to emerging information and technical assistance gaps.

In addition to promoting and providing leadership in the development of effective domestic violence public policy, the resource network provides: comprehensive face sheets, specialized information packets and other publications addressing a range of domestic violence issues; materials and technical support around the development and replication of model programs, legislation, and exemplary practices; and technical assistance, training, and referrals to other organizations to assist advocates, programs, and communities to meet local needs.

Member Organizations of the DVRN
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Asian Pacific Islander Institute on Domestic Violence

A project of the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum, a national organization advocating for the health and well being of all Asians and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. The project seeks to eliminate domestic violence in the Asian and Pacific Islander communities by 1) increasing awareness of the extent and depth of the problem; 2) making culturally-specific issues visible; 3) strengthening community models of prevention and intervention; 4) identifying and expanding resources; and 5) informing and promoting research and policy.

Battered Women's Justice Project
Family Violence Prevention Fund

For more than two decades, the Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF) has worked to end violence against women and children around the world. Instrumental in developing the landmark Violence Against Women Act passed by Congress in 1994, the FVPF has continued to break new ground by reaching new audiences including men and youth, promoting leadership within communities to ensure that violence prevention efforts become self-sustaining, and transforming the way health care providers, police, judges, employers and others address violence.

Institute on Domestic Violence in the African-American Community

The Institute on Domestic Violence in the African American Community (IDVAAC) is an organization focused on the unique circumstances of African Americans as they face issues related to domestic violence – including intimate partner violence, child abuse, elder maltreatment, and community violence. IDVAAC's mission is to enhance society's understanding of and ability to end violence in the African-American community.

National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women

The National Clearinghouse for the Defense of Battered Women, a nonprofit organization founded in 1987, is a resource and advocacy center for battered women charged with crimes related to their battering. Through its work, the organization aims to increase justice for — and prevent further victimization of — arrested, convicted, or incarcerated battered women.

National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges

Since its founding in 1937 by a group of judges dedicated to improving the effectiveness of the nation's juvenile courts, the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has pursued a mission to improve courts and systems practice and raise awareness of the core issues that touch the lives of many of our nation's children and families. The Resource Center on Domestic Violence: Child Protection and Custody provides access to information and assistance to those working in the field of domestic violence and child protection and custody.

National Domestic Violence Hotline/Teen Dating Abuse Hotline

The National Domestic Violence Hotline (NDVH) was established in 1996 as a component of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) passed by Congress, NDVH is a nonprofit organization that provides crisis intervention, information and referral to victims of domestic violence, perpetrators, friends and families.The Hotline answers a variety of calls and is a resource for domestic violence advocates government officials, law enforcement agencies and the general public.
loveisrespect, the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline is a national 24-hour resource that can be accessed by phone or the internet, specifically designed for teens and young adults. Peer Advocates are trained to offer support, information and advocacy to those involved in dating abuse relationships as well as concerned parents, teachers, clergy, law enforcement, and service providers.

National Latino Alliance for the Elimination of Domestic Violence (Alianza)

The National Latino Alliance for the Elimination of Domestic Violence (Alianza) is part of a national effort to address the domestic violence needs and concerns of under-served populations. It represents a growing network of Latina and Latino advocates, practitioners, researchers, community activists, and survivors of domestic violence.

National Network to End Domestic Violence

The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), a social change organization, is dedicated to creating a social, political and economic environment in which violence against women no longer exists. As a membership and advocacy organization of state domestic violence coalitions, allied organizations and supportive individuals, NNEDV works closely with its members to understand the ongoing and emerging needs of domestic violence victims and advocacy programs.

National Resource Center on Domestic Violence

The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence (NRCDV) was established to inform, coordinate and strengthen public and private efforts to end domestic violence. Through technical assistance and training, development of resource materials and special projects, the NRCDV enhances and expands the domestic violence intervention and prevention efforts of communities and institutions.

Women of Color Network

The mission of the Women of Color Network (WOCN) is to provide and enhance leadership capacity and resources that promote the activities of women of color advocates and activists within the Sovereign Nations, the United States and U.S. Territories to address the elimination of violence against women and families.

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