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NNEDV promotes economic empowerment work through Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill
"The impact of domestic violence on a victim often goes far beyond the physical abuse," said Vicky Dinges, vice president of corporate social responsibility at Allstate. "Time and again, we see victims who suffer not only physical trauma from their abuser but are often isolated economically as well.
Date added: April 26, 2013[CLOSED] Support Legislation That Keeps Guns Out of the Hands of Abusers
April 17, 2013 - The U.S. Senate will likely vote on background checks legislation sometime during the next two weeks and NNEDV needs your help letting our elected officials know this legislation is a critical step in protecting victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking from gun violence.
Date added: April 17, 2013Census 2012 Press Release
In just one 24-hour period, local domestic violence programs across the country provided help and safety to 64,324 adults and children who were victims of domestic violence.
Date added: March 25, 2013[CLOSED] Urge Your Senators to Vote YES on the Harkin Amendment
March 13, 2013 - As early as today, the Senate will vote on a funding bill that covers the full function of the federal government for fiscal year 2013. Senator Harkin (D-IA) has introduced an amendment to the funding bill that will increase funding for domestic violence shelters and the National Domestic Violence Hotline by $6.6 million.
Date added: March 13, 2013President Obama Signs VAWA Reauthorization
March 7, 2013 - Advocates and Survivors Celebrate Improved Law's Passage
Date added: March 6, 2013[CLOSED] Thank Your Representatives for Supporting Victims
March 1, 2013 - Yesterday, the House voted to pass a strong, inclusive, and bipartisan VAWA by a vote of 286-138! The bill is now heading to the President's desk for signature.
Date added: March 1, 2013[CLOSED] House Vote on VAWA is Taking Place Today
February 28, 2013 - Your calls are working. Yesterday, your calls ensured that the House passed the rule to vote on VAWA by an overwhelming majority. Though the House introduced a substitute VAWA bill last week, they may vote on the bipartisan Senate bill today.
Date added: February 28, 2013NNEDV Praises House Passage of VAWA
February 28, 2013 - Looks Forward to President Obama Signing Bill into Law
Date added: February 28, 2013[CLOSED] Urge Your Represenstatives to Vote “No” on House VAWA Bill
February 26, 2013 - The U.S. Senate passed a strong, bipartisan bill to renew the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) on February 12, 2013. Unfortunately, the substitute bill introduced by House leadership on Friday, February 22, 2013 fails to adequately support victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, and it leaves out a number of critical provisions that are needed to ensure that victims have access to much-needed services and support.
Date added: February 26, 2013[CLOSED] Breaking News: House May Vote on Bipartisan Senate VAWA Bill
February 27, 2013 - Your calls are working. Though the House introduced a substitute VAWA bill last week, they may vote on the bipartisan Senate bill tomorrow. This is a critical time to use your voice and support the bipartisan Senate bill!
Date added: February 23, 2013