Domestic Violence

 

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault in Rural Nebraska

Advocates in Nebraska are continually faced with the challenge of reaching underserved victims/survivors  of domestic violence, sexual assault and dating violence in rural areas.  It is difficult to achieve effective advocacy  when the presenting needs of victims/survivors are exacerbated by challenges of service accessibility due to rural isolation and lack of resources.  Victims who are living in rural areas are physically further away from advocacy services, law enforcement response,  medical care, neighbors and support systems.  They may also be less trusting of people in “helping” positions due to  the small community familiarity between friends, relatives and acquaintances that translates into a lack of feeling of confidentiality.

 

How can we reach rural victims in our state?

  • Advocates can create partnerships with community organizations.  Awareness and outreach can help to establish trust and open doors to safety.
  • Volunteers can be recruited in rural areas as a resource through churches or other community organizations.
  • Training can be targeted for rural law enforcement, nurses and educators to expand support systems in rural communities.
  • Media can be utilized in the form of public service announcements, letters to the editor and morning talk shows to promote awareness of services.
  • Youth groups can organize fundraisers in support of local services as a learning experience for our future generations and statement that they are striving to end violence.
  • Remember that YOU, as one person, can make a difference for someone who is in a violent situation.

 

Find more information on Rural Domestic Violence Issues here.

 

 

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Get the Facts

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Get Help

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Links

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BIP – Batter Intervention Program information

 For information relating to BIP Programs, Standards and Trainings

Nebraska Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Program Standards (June 2011)

Housing & Domestic Violence (Mar 17, 2009)

National legal resources for those facing housing issues related to domestic violence
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