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Domestic Violence Shelters and the United States Census 2010

Statistics & Awareness

March 10, 2010

The 2010 U.S. Census is coming. Learn more about ways a survivor living in a domestic violence shelter can participate confidentially.

NNEDV Unveils New Snapshot of Victim Services in the U.S.

National News

March 08, 2010

NNEDV today marked International Women’s Day by releasing a report that provides a snapshot of domestic violence services in the U.S. In one 24-hour period, more than 65,000 victims of domestic violence and their children received life-saving services from local domestic violence programs. Domestic violence experts answered more than 23,000 emergency hotline calls. In one day alone, 9,280 requests for services went unmet, largely due to lack of funding. “The economy is exacerbating domestic violence,” said Sue Else, NNEDV’s President.

International Group Recognizes Biden, Clinton for Commitment to Ending Violence Against Women

National News

March 02, 2010

The Global Network of Women’s Shelters today recognized Vice President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Hilary Clinton for their longstanding commitment to ending violence against women. The National Network to End Domestic Violence announced the U.S. awards in conjunction with a meeting of the United Nation’s Commission on the Status of Women, also known as Beijing +15.

NNEDV Responds to Reid's Comments: Economy Can Exacerbate Violence

National News

February 23, 2010

NNEDV today issued a statement in response to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid's remarks on domestic violence and unemployment. NNEDV's president, Sue Else, said, "The economy does not cause domestic violence but can make it worse. Senator Reid is correct in discussing how pervasive domestic violence is and what job loss can do to exacerbate the problem. The poor economy can fuel the fire of domestic violence and limit options for victims to escape."