Domestic Violence and Children Fact Sheet
This fact sheet was developed in collaboration with domestic violence project advocates from across the country who brought questions they struggle with daily in their work with families.
The Needs of Children in Domestic Violence Shelters
This toolkit provides information on how trauma from domestic violence impacts children, and how best to serve these children’s needs.
What is Child Welfare?
This guide provides an overview of basic child welfare services and lists resources for more information.
A Healing-Centered Approach
Toolkit based on best-practices on using a healing-centered approach to examine the connection between domestic violence and other childhood adversities…
Behaviors and Patterns of Batterers
An article outlining the overlap between domestic violence and child sexual abuse.
Tips for Supporting Children and Youth Exposed to Domestic Violence
A starting place for understanding how advocates can better support children who have been exposed to violence in their homes…
Helping Mothers and their Children Involved with the Child Protection System
This guidebook is intended to understand a mother’s situation and help her navigate the road to safety, well-being, and self-sufficiency.
Guide for Engaging & Supporting Parents Affected by Domestic Violence
Practical guidance for supporting parents affected by domestic violence in their parenting.
Helping Battered Women in Contact with Current or Former Partners
This Guide explains advocates’ important role in safety planning when victims are in contact with current or former partners.
Best Practices for Serving Youth and Parents Experiencing Domestic Violence
A website aiming to prevent violence and improve outcomes for parent and child survivors of family violence.