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Our History
The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) was founded more than 30 years ago to be the leading voice for survivors of domestic violence and their allies. Today, NNEDV provides training and assistance to the statewide and territorial coalitions against domestic violence. It also furthers public awareness of domestic violence and changes beliefs that condone intimate partner violence.
Date added: July 5, 2015DREAM Award
The annual Diane Reese Excellence in Advocacy in the Movement (DREAM) Award seeks to recognize someone who encapsulates and perpetuates Ms. Reese’s profound and transcendent legacy that continues to shape and inform a collective vision of a world in which violence against women no longer exists.
Date added: July 5, 2015Happy Independence Day from NNEDV
As we celebrate this weekend, we acknowledge our country’s ongoing work to break down the barriers to freedom, justice, safety, and equality for all.
Date added: July 4, 2015NNEDV Accepting 2015 DREAM Award Nominees
This award seeks to recognize an individual who encapsulates and perpetuates Diane Reese’s profound and transcendent legacy, which continues to shape and inform a collective vision of a world where violence against women no longer exists.
Date added: July 2, 2015Supreme Court decision helps survivors protect their children
Thanks to the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision in Ohio v. Clark, prosecutors will now have another way to get evidence of child abuse before the jury.
Date added: July 1, 2015Expanding Spanish-language accessibility on WomensLaw.org
Today, between one-third and one-half of WomensLaw.org is translated into Spanish, including state-specific legal and safety information for fifteen U.S. states. Through funding from the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), NNEDV will increase this number to eighteen and expand or update other vital resources on the website.
Date added: June 30, 2015Do you know your status?
Today is National HIV Testing Day! Use this opportunity to get the facts, get tested, and take control of your health. Knowing your status is an important step to taking care of yourself and getting connected to life-saving healthcare.
Date added: June 27, 2015Marriage Equality Means Safety for All
The federal recognition of same-sex marriage will afford victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking by a same-sex partner the same protections as any other victim. Although many state laws have extended protections to victims in same-sex relationships, today’s decision strengthens those rights in every jurisdiction.
Date added: June 26, 2015Supreme Court Decisions Protect and Benefit Victims of Domestic Violence
NNEDV applauds two U.S. Supreme Court decisions that will have an impact on the safety and security of domestic violence survivors: King v. Burwell and Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs v. The Inclusive Communities Project.
Date added: June 25, 2015On Being a Father
I’ve long ago come to understand that being a Father, being “Dad,” is a lifelong responsibility. It never ends, even when they have flown the nest. Dad is always there to offer counsel and support.
Date added: June 20, 2015