Policy Issues
Read more about NNEDV’s federal policy priorities, legislative history, and recommendations to the current Administration. NNEDV is grateful to Amazon for their Public Policy support and partnership.
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Victims of Crime Act
The Crime Victims Fund was created by Congress in 1984 to provide VOCA grants to state, territorial, and local programs.
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Family Violence Prevention and Services Act
FVPSA is the only federal funding source dedicated to domestic violence shelters and programs.
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Violence Against Women Act
VAWA creates and supports comprehensive, cost-effective responses to domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence and stalking.
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Funding and Appropriations
Despite the progress made by VAWA, VOCA, and FVPSA, shelters and programs continue to face budget shortfalls.
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Policies Impacting Children, Youth, and Young Adults
Young people are affected by dating and domestic violence as both victims and witnesses.
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Immigration Policy
Immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other crimes often face barriers when seeking safety.
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Policies to Prevent Domestic Violence Homicides
When abusers have access to firearms, not only women’s safety, but also their very lives, are in danger.
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Economic Justice Policy
Personal safety and economic security are inextricably linked for victims of domestic violence.
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Housing Policy
Survivor-centered housing programs and housing protections increase survivors’ access to safe, affordable housing and long-term security.
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Confidentiality
It is essential that victims can flee violence and services without being vulnerable to tracking by an abusive partner.
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Healthcare Policy
Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault need a range of physical and mental health services in order to heal and thrive.