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Celebrating a Quarter Century

Date added: February 23, 2015

The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) was the ambitious idea of a small but mighty group of state domestic violence coalition leaders who identified the need for a national, unified voice for survivors of domestic violence and their advocates.

NNEDV Celebrates Safer Internet Day

Date added: February 9, 2015

In our increasingly technology-focused world, it is crucial that we support victims and survivors in online spaces. It is vital that we train advocates on the safe use of technology. We must empower communities, local programs, and major tech companies to address and embrace technology safety by celebrating positive practices both on- and off-line.

Increasing HIV/AIDS Awareness in Black Communities

Date added: February 6, 2015

Raising awareness about HIV/AIDS in Black communities is a critical and necessary step to eliminating HIV/AIDS in all communities. We know that HIV/AIDS disproportionately affects Black communities, representing nearly half of all new HIV infections in the United States each year (44%), with Black women accounting for 40% of new infections.

2016 President’s Budget Invests in Services, New Initiatives to Address Violence Against Women

Date added: February 2, 2015

Today, President Obama released his 2016 budget, which commits modest investments to programs serving victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, including the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA), domestic violence program funding, and some Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) programs, as well as innovative funding across the federal budget.

Saying No More to Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault during the Super Bowl

Date added: January 30, 2015

If you haven’t seen it already, No More’s Super Bowl ad is poignant, powerful, and thoughtfully demonstrates how important it is for us to listen when survivors reach out.

Help Stop Teen Dating Violence this February

Date added: January 29, 2015

This February, NNEDV recognizes Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, a time to call attention to the teen dating violence epidemic and stand together against all abuse.

NNEDV Calls on Congress to Pass Paid Sick Days for Survivors

Date added: January 15, 2015

NNEDV echoes President Barack Obama’s message today that calls on Congress to pass the Healthy Families Act, championed by Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), which would allow millions of working people to earn up to seven days per year of paid sick time.

Domestic Violence Counts: 2014 Census Report

Date added: January 15, 2015

For the ninth consecutive year, on September 10, 2014, NNEDV conducted a one-day unduplicated count of adults and children seeking domestic violence service in the United States. The census documents the number of individuals who sought services in a single 24-hour period, as well as the types of services requested, the number of service requests that went unmet due to a lack of resources, and the issues and barriers that domestic violence programs face as they strive to provide services to victims.

Stalking Awareness Month: How NNEDV Works to End Stalking

Date added: January 9, 2015

Through our signature programs, NNEDV regularly addresses stalking. During Stalking Awareness Month (January), we bring awareness to the issue of stalking and highlight some of the ways that stalking and domestic violence intersect with our work.

Know Better, Do Better: How We Can Help Survivors of Violence Feel Empowered Online

Date added: December 23, 2014

Online harassment isn’t new. For years, perpetrators have misused online spaces to harass, blackmail, control and bully victims in various ways, including accessing victims’ accounts to monitor their activities; spreading harmful lies about survivors through social media; posting sexually explicit images of survivors without their consent; and making violent threats or harassing survivors through anonymous accounts.