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Our Resource Library includes culturally-grounded resources developed by NIWRC to support tribes, tribal programs, and advocates working on issues of violence against Native women, as well as other materials and publications from outside sources. NIWRC-produced resources may be repurposed or reproduced as long as NIWRC is cited as the source.

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Examining Contextual Influences on the Service Needs of Homeless and Unstably Housed Domestic Violence Survivors
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Examining Contextual Influences on the Service Needs of Homeless and Unstably Housed Domestic Violence Survivors

Danielle Chiaramonte, Kathryn A.V. Clements, Gabriela Lopez-Zeron; Oyesola Oluwafunmilayo Ayeni; Adam M. Farero; Wenjuan Ma; Cris M. Sullivan Read More ››

HUD VAWA Q&A
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HUD VAWA Q&A

A summary of questions/scenarios presented to the HUD Multifamily Office of Asset Management and Portfolio Oversight regarding the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Final Rule and Notice H 2017-05. Read More ››

Indian Housing Management Resources
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Indian Housing Management Resources

This is a compiled list of Indian Housing Management resources created by the National American Indian Housing Council.  Read More ››

Model Emergency Transfer Plan for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault or Stalking
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Model Emergency Transfer Plan for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault or Stalking

This is a model plan for Emergency Transfers under VAWA. This plan addresses eligibility, documentation, confidentiality, timing and availability; and safety and security of tenants. Read More ››

Notice of Occupancy Rights Under the Violence Against Women Act
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Notice of Occupancy Rights Under the Violence Against Women Act

This is a sample form that can be used as a "Notice of Occupancy Rights under the Violence Against Women Act".  Read More ››

Oppression Within Safe Spaces: Exploring Racial Microaggressions within Domestic Violence Shelters
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Oppression Within Safe Spaces: Exploring Racial Microaggressions within Domestic Violence Shelters

By Nkiru A. Nnawulezi and Cris M. Sullivan Read More ››

HUD Memo Assessing Claims of Housing Discrimination against Victims of Domestic Violence Under the Fair Housing Act and the Violence Against Women Act
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HUD Memo Assessing Claims of Housing Discrimination against Victims of Domestic Violence Under the Fair Housing Act and the Violence Against Women Act

This provides guidance to Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) headquarters and field staff on assessing claims by DV victims of housing discrimination under the Fair Housing Act (FHAct) Read More ››