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Leading Companies Unite to Improve Services for Domestic Violence Survivors
Safety Net Project
August 15, 2010
Three major companies – Google, Verizon through the Verizon Foundation, and Liz Claiborne Inc. – are coming together in a unique way to better serve victims of domestic violence. In partnership with the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) and Jane Doe Inc., they were in Cambridge, Mass. as part of a nationwide initiative to promote safe technological practices.
NNEDV Applauds Historic Legislation Against Domestic & Sexual Violence in Indian Communities
National News
July 30, 2010
Sue Else, president of the National Network to End Domestic Violence, today issued the following statement commending President Obama and Congress for enacting the Tribal Law and Order Act of 2010, landmark legislation that strengthens law enforcement and justice in Indian communities. “This groundbreaking legislation will help to end domestic and sexual violence in Indian communities."
U.S. Senate Committee Approves Increased Investment in Violence Against Women Act
National News
July 23, 2010
NNEDV today lauded the Senate Appropriations Committee for approving a $45-million increase in funding for lifesaving programs within the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). The vote on the Commerce, Justice, Science appropriations bill is a step toward realizing a greater investment in 2011.
NNEDV Responds to Mel Gibson Recordings
National News
July 14, 2010
Washington, D.C. – Sue Else, president of the National Network to End Domestic Violence, today issued the following statement in response to the tape recordings of Mel Gibson and his ex-girlfriend. “Mel Gibson’s behavior on the recordings is deplorable. His violent threats and demeaning words are themselves forms of abuse."
National News
- NNEDV Recognizes International Effort to End Violence Against Women
- NNEDV Praises President's Choice for Violence Against Women Advisor
- New National Poll Reveals Economic Abuse Defined Differently on Main Street than Wall Street
- Verizon Volunteers Deliver Household Necessities to Domestic Violence Shelters
