Policy Issues
Read more about NNEDV’s federal policy priorities, legislative history, and recommendations to the current Administration. NNEDV is grateful to the Blue Shield of California Foundation, the Seedlings Foundation, and the Kering Foundation 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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Health Care Policy
Survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault need a range of physical and mental health services in order to heal and thrive.
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