Shelter

There are often lifelong and devastating consequences for children who have been traumatized by witnessing domestic violence against a parent or caregiver. Read More ››

This resource offers a basic outline for the development of shelters and advocacy programs serving Native women who are battered or raped and their children. Read More ››

Indigenous youth find themselves on the streets for a multitude of reasons. The causes and consequences of life on the street usually include a troubled family life, domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, inadequate housing, poverty, substance use, mental health issues, and involvement in the child welfare system. Read More ››

The report contains disability resources within Tribes located in Region 8 of the Rocky Mountain region, national Native disability organizations, federal agencies, and national organizations. Read More ››

Domestic violence doesn’t happen only in heterosexual relationships, it happens to individuals of all sexual orientations and genders... Read More ››

This manual is designed to improve services for people with disabilities who have experienced domestic violence. Read More ››

Communal living situations are always hard, and introducing service animals into the mix can create more complications, conflicts and confusion. Read More ››

American Indian life expectancy dropped by 6.6 years since 2020, one in 5 people who had covid now have long Covid. Read More ››

The hardships imposed by COVID-19 are numerous, impacting advocates as individuals and their ability to provide advocacy, resources and shelter to domestic violence survivors. Read More ››

This Q&A provides information about federal civil rights laws that apply to domestic violence shelters and the services they provide to clients. Read More ››