Sexual Violence Resistance in Rural Communities
“If you are a sexual violence advocate, social service community partner, activist, etc. you can use this cómic to start conversations in your community.”
Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention
“Children under the age of 18 may be exposed to abuse and neglect by a parent, caregiver, or another person in a custodial role (e.g., clergy, coach, teacher). There are four common types of child abuse and neglect. Physical Abuse, Sexual Abuse, Emotional Abuse, Neglect. CDC’s research and programs work to understand the problem of child abuse and neglect and prevent them before they begin.”
Research Series Part 2: Gender-Based Violence in Rural Communities
“In our second episode … [speakers] discuss poly-victimization in rural LGBTQ communities, crimes towards LGBTQ people and ethnic minorities in rural areas, and the role of the media in building more inclusive spaces.”
Firearm Violence Prevention Facts and Resources
“Firearm violence is a serious public health problem in the United States that impacts the health and safety of Americans. Important gaps remain in our knowledge about the problem and ways to prevent it. Addressing these gaps is an important step toward keeping individuals, families, schools, and communities safe from firearm violence and its consequences.”
Putting Boundaries into Action
In this skill-building webinar, Women’s Advocates discuss integrating and implementing personal and professional boundaries while showcasing examples of how to do just that.
Podcast: Intimate Partner Violence in Transgender Communities
Hear from the author of Transgressed: Intimate Partner Violence in Transgender Lives, a groundbreaking examination of Intimate Partner Violence in the lives of transgender people.
Sexual Violence Against Older Adults
“This webinar focuses on how victim service providers, law enforcement and prosecutors can engage with older adults who have experienced sexual violence, including adults who are living with neurocognitive disorders.”
Strengthening our Evidence Toolkit
Research and evaluation can be powerful tools for community-based programs in the gender-based violence field. However, these tools also have a history of being used to harm marginalized communities, overburden GBV staff and organizations, and reproduce systemic inequities.
FGM/C: An Under-Recognized Form of GBV in the U.S.
“Female genital mutilation or cutting (FGM/C) is a reality for many women and girls across different communities in the United States. At the core of providing better prevention, protection, health and social support services for women and girls is stronger data, enhanced research, and community engagement.”
Suicide Prevention Facts and Resources
“Suicide is a serious public health problem that can have lasting harmful effects on individuals, families, and communities. There are many factors that contribute to suicide. The goal of suicide prevention is to reduce factors that increase risk and increase factors that promote resilience.”