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2024 marked the 30th anniversary of a host of significant moments for sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice. Dázon Dixon Diallo, Founder and President of SisterLove, Inc. and SisterLove International South Africa, sits down to talk with us about this momentous occasion, the timeline of reproductive justice, and a hopeful look into the future.In 1994, an array of geopolitical events set the context for women's leadership and representation. 1994 was also the year that a group of Black women in Chicago defined the concept of reproductive justice, the year that the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was passed, and the year that the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) was held in Cairo, Egypt, where 180 countries agreed upon the definition of sexual and reproductive health and rights. We can achieve similar progress 30 years from now, as long as the real implications of lack of abortion access and holistic access to sexual and reproductive health care and information continue to be understood.Support the showFollow Us on Social: Twitter: @rePROsFightBack Instagram: @reprosfbFacebook: rePROs Fight Back Bluesky: @reprosfightback.bsky.social Email us: jennie@reprosfightback.comRate and Review on Apple PodcastThanks for listening & keep fighting back!
Resources:National Domestic Violence Awareness Hotline:https://www.thehotline.org/Sources:FACT SHEET: Biden-Harris Administration Commemorates the 30th Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act and Strengthens Commitment to Ending Gender-Based Violence. (2024, September 12). The White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/09/12/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-commemorates-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-violence-against-women-act-and-strengthens-commitment-to-ending-gender-based-violence/Reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). (2022, March 16). The White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2022/03/16/fact-sheet-reauthorization-of-the-violence-against-women-act-vawa/Release of the National Plan to End Gender-Based Violence: Strategies for Action. (2023, May 25). The White House. https://www.whitehouse.gov/gpc/briefing-room/2023/05/25/release-of-the-national-plan-to-end-gender-based-violence-strategies-for-action/Lenora Claire:Lenora's website: https://lenoraclaire.com/Lenora Claire Consulting: https://www.lenoraclairellc.com/Lenora's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lenoraclaireSpecial K Investigations, Inc.: https://www.specialkpi.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of Immigration Law Made Easy, we break down the concept of extreme cruelty under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). From emotional and psychological abuse to financial and physical harm, we explore what qualifies as extreme cruelty, providing real-life examples and practical guidance. We also clarify the differences between VAWA and the T Visa, offering insights to help immigrants and advocates navigate the complexities of these protections. Whether you're seeking protection under VAWA or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with essential information to empower and guide you through the process. VAWA offers a path to safety and independence for survivors of abuse. Our free guide answers common questions to help you understand how this program works and who it can help, click here to download our free guide!
**Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual and domestic violence. In this week's episode of then & now, LCHP Assistant Director Dr. Rose Campbell is joined by Dr. Shannon Speed to discuss systemic violence against Indigenous women. According to a 2016 study, Indigenous women are 10 times more likely to be kidnapped or murdered than almost any other population group in the United States. Although murder is the third leading cause of death among Indigenous women, these cases often go unsolved and unreported and attract little attention outside of local communities. Shannon discusses the policies that render Indigenous women particularly vulnerable to violence and underscores the impact of settler capitalism—specifically white supremacy and patriarchal ideologies—not only in the U.S. but also in the colonial history of Mexico. Compounding these factors is the jurisdictional vacuum found in Indian country, where U.S. federal laws have severely limited the ability of tribal law enforcement and tribal courts to prosecute violent crimes. In order to address the deep-seated structural and ideological factors that generate and perpetuate this cycle of violence against Indigenous women, Shannon advocates for a tribal sovereignty framework informed by a concern for human rights that aims to interrupt the cycle of violence and focus on a restorative rather than a more punitive approach.Dr. Shannon Speed is a tribal citizen of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma. She is Director of the American Indian Studies Center (AISC) and Professor of Gender Studies and Anthropology at UCLA. Dr. Speed has worked for the last two decades in Mexico and in the United States on issues of indigenous autonomy, sovereignty, gender, neoliberalism, violence, migration, social justice, and activist research. Her recent work, Incarcerated Stories: Indigenous Women Migrants and Violence in the Settler Capitalist State (University of North Carolina Press 2019), won the Best Subsequent Book Award of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association in 2019 and a CHOICE Outstanding Academic Title award in 2020. She has a new co-edited volume entitled Heightened States of Injustice: Activist Research on Indigenous Women and Violence (University of Arizona Press 2021). Dr. Speed was the President of the Native American and Indigenous Studies Association (NAISA) from 2019-2020. Further ReadingNative Hope; National Indigenous Women's Resource Center; Violence Against Women Act (VAWA); Oliphant v. Suquamish Indian Tribe.
Discover the transformative journey of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) as we sit down with Jan Langbein, CEO of Genesis, a leading voice in domestic violence advocacy. Jan's firsthand experience as a senior policy advisor offers a unique perspective on the sweeping reforms introduced in the VAWA Reauthorization Act of 2022. She shares how these critical updates provide enhanced support through economic justice, housing protections, and expanded tribal jurisdiction, ensuring that survivors from all walks of life, including Native American women, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ individuals, receive the justice and protection they deserve.The episode promises a deep dive into the political landscape surrounding women's rights, focusing on how recent legislative changes impact survivors' autonomy and safety. As we explore the significant hurdles faced by those seeking justice, particularly around issues like no-fault divorces and the oppressive control over victims' rights, Jan offers insights into the ongoing advocacy necessary to combat these challenges. We also shed light on the importance of trauma-informed approaches and specialized training, crucial in effectively addressing and prosecuting crimes against women.Join us as we recount Jan's inspiring experiences in Washington DC, celebrating the 30th anniversary of VAWA. From attending high-profile seminars to standing on stage with President Biden, her journey highlights the relentless efforts required to foster change. The episode concludes with a focus on the impactful work of Genesis Women's Shelter, a beacon of hope and support for those affected by domestic violence. Listen to the entire episode for dates of upcoming events and a sneak peek at our celebrity guest for the 2025 Genesis Annual Luncheon.
Send us a Text Message.Join the conversation as Angela Torregoza, a New York City-based immigration attorney with a personal immigration story, shares her expertise on the lifeline that is the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and the intricacies of family petitions. Angela's own journey fuels her passion for guiding clients through the complexities of immigration law, and in this episode, she offers a beacon of hope for those feeling entrapped in abusive relationships. Discover how VAWA can be the key to a new beginning, enabling abused foreign nationals to seek permanent residency and escape the shadows of manipulation and control.The challenges facing immigrant individuals in abusive situations are daunting, but there are steps one can take and resources available that can make all the difference. Angela walks us through the process of safeguarding important documents and crafting a safety plan, while highlighting the sanctuary that embassies can provide. We also delve into the evidence required for successful immigration applications, from psychological evaluations to personal affidavits, and discuss how to navigate the system without re-traumatization. It's an eye-opening look at the victim-centered approach of the immigration system and the community support that can pave the way to independence.Empowerment and recovery are core themes as Angela underscores the importance of community resources like Safe Horizon and Legal Aid Society for those without financial means. Learn about the emotional support offered by support groups and therapy, and how documenting experiences of abuse can be approached with sensitivity and care. We wrap up with a call to action for raising awareness of VAWA's provisions, not only to aid victims but also to foster understanding and support within the community. This episode is not just an informative session, but a heartfelt guide through the path to recovery and autonomy for those most vulnerable.
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) of 1994 provided additional funding and resources to law enforcement agencies, which allowed them to dedicate personnel and programs to better serve crime victims of domestic assault, child abuse, and sexual assault. LSO has assigned a full-time investigator to these cases ever since. In this episode, Investigator Joanna Dimas sits down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss the program, her role, and how it makes a difference to victims in Lancaster County. Joanna's background. Coming to LSO. What is VAWA? Funding. Types of cases. A day in her shoes. Training. Human Trafficking. Interacting with BraveBe. Joanna's why. Keeping Lancaster County safer.
SummaryThis week's episode of Parsing Immigration Policy delves into the issue of marriage fraud, an arrangement where individuals enter into marriages solely for the purpose of securing a green card. David North, a fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies, joins host and executive director of the Center, Mark Krikorian, to discuss the prevalence and need to curb fraudulent marriage-based green cards.Marriage-based green cards, whether fraudulent or legitimate, make up a large portion of the legal immigration system in the U.S. One in six new legal immigrants in 2022 gained their status by marrying either a U.S. citizen or a green card holder. This visa category does not have a numerical cap, making it an attractive way to become a legal permanent resident with work authority and a path to citizenship.North explores different facets of marriage fraud, highlighting how the U.S. immigration system inadvertently provides opportunities for deception. The legal landscape favors the alien and presents challenges in policing individual cases, although USCIS has had recent successes in dismantling criminal rings that facilitate illegal green card marriages.The discussion covers the often-overlooked perspective of victims of marriage fraud, where the citizen partner, often misled into believing in a genuine relationship, faces unexpected consequences post-divorce, including extended alimony payments. North also highlights how a provision in the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), which allows aliens to self-petition to obtain their green cards if they are married to an abusive spouse, encourages aliens to falsely accuse the American citizen spouse of abuse. North and Krikorian offer insights into preventive measures, drawing attention to Canada's educational approach, which involves a mandatory marriage fraud video session. They emphasize the need for a proactive stance by authorities to curb marriage fraud, urging a shift from the role of a “stupid Cupid” to a more vigilant approach.HostMark Krikorian is the Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies.GuestDavid North is a Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies.RelatedTopic Page: Marriage FraudAnother Tale of a Phony Green-Card MarriageImmigration Marriage Fraud in ReverseVictims of Marriage-Related Immigration Fraud Tell Their StoriesIn One Subclass of Immigrants, 100 Percent of the Visas Reflect a FailureFollowFollow Parsing Immigration Policy on Ricochet, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts.Intro MontageVoices in the opening montage:Sen. Barack Obama at a 2005 press conference.Sen. John McCain in a 2010 election ad.President Lyndon Johnson, upon signing the 1965 Immigration Act.Booker T. Washington, reading in 1908 from his 1895 Atlanta Exposition speech.Laraine Newman as a "Conehead" on SNL in 1977.Hillary Clinton in a 2003 radio interview.Cesar Chavez in a 1974 interview.House Speaker Nancy Pelosi speaking to reporters in 2019.Prof. George Borjas in a 2016 C-SPAN appearance.Sen. Jeff Sessions in 2008 comments on the Senate floor.Charlton Heston in "Planet of the Apes".
Lorena Rivas is a distinguished Immigration attorney & Senior Managing Partner at Rivas & Associates. Her legal practice is diverse, encompassing both family and immigration law. As a dedicated member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), Lorena specializes in providing legal representation to individuals navigating the intricate web of U.S. immigration laws, handling cases both in the affirmative and defensive realms. Throughout the podcast, Lorena and William explore a multitude of misconceptions that surround immigration. They address issues such as the cost and waiting period associated with immigration, citizenship, and the complexities of the immigration system. Additionally, they discuss the evolving immigrant population in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and its impact on the local community. The conversation also delves into the critical role of "coyotes" in immigration, dispelling common misconceptions and shedding light on the dangers and challenges faced by immigrants who resort to their services. The discussion extends to the broader political climate and its influence on immigration policies, emphasizing the need for a feasible pathway to citizenship, reduction of waiting times, and the prevention of family separations. Lorena Rivas shares valuable insights from her extensive experience, recounting compelling stories of her clients, including a Haitian individual facing deportation due to a drug conviction, and a client named "Maria" dealing with legal status uncertainties. The discussion touches on sensitive topics such as "anchor babies," smuggling operations by coyotes, and the hardships faced by immigrants on their journey to the United States. The podcast conversation also highlights the challenges of the immigration court system, the significance of obtaining a social security number and driver's license, and the intricacies of cases like the Nigerian engineer facing detention. As the episode concludes, Lorena Rivas provides essential information on how to contact her for legal assistance. Her commitment to helping immigrants navigate the complex immigration landscape is evident, and her expertise serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking guidance and support on their path toward legal status and citizenship. https://www.rivasassociates.com/es/ https://www.instagram.com/abogada_lorena_rivas/?hl=en Key Words: William Gomez, Lorena Rivas, immigration attorney, education, homeownership, renting, lack of education, misconceptions, US legally, relationships, fees, waiting period, citizenship, immigration system, Tulsa, Mexican Americans, Latin American countries, cost of living, Mississippi, cultural shock, language barriers, success as an immigration attorney, Haitian client, deportation, drug conviction, Maria, legal status, anchor babies, coyote, smuggler, cartels, illegal activities, kidnapping, fees paid to coyotes, political climate, feasible pathway, waiting times, separation of families, law-breaking, DACA, immigration process, political changes, outdated laws, amnesty, comprehensive immigration reform, Trump administration, fighting deportations, court system, social security number, driver's license, challenging cases, Nigerian engineer, detention, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), limited opportunities, first-generation Mexican Americans, millennial Hispanic individuals, buying a house, citizenship status, mortgage approval, immigrant parents, saving money, fear of deportation, glass ceilings, higher goals, law firm.
In 1994 the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) was passed, in which Congress restricted certain people subject to final protection orders (issued after a hearing at which the respondent has an opportunity to appear) from possessing, receiving, shipping, or transporting firearms. That law held firm until February of 2023, when the Fifth Circuit ruled in USA v. Rahimi that the federal law prohibiting possession of firearms by people subject to domestic violence protection orders was unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. In our previous episode we discussed the the long legal history that led to this decision (from Heller, to Bruen, to Rahimi), but today hosts Kelly and JJ sat down with Ruth Glenn (CEO and President of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, author of the book Everything I Never Dreamed: My Life Surviving and Standing Up to Domestic Violence) and Rachel Graber (Director of Public Policy of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence) to talk about the practical implications (and effects) of this Rahimi decision. Together, we tackle what this ruling means for survivors of intimate partner violence, for folks currently being harmed, and what it signals for us all, as we move forward into 2023? Moreover, vitally, we cover what can you be doing to fight back against decisions that cause harm.Sign up to attend the NCADV Webinar, "United States v. Rahimi: Implications for Advocates in Supporting Survivors Experiencing Gun Violence," by clicking here. Further reading:Domestic Violence and Firearms (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence)NCADV Appalled by 5th Circuit Ruling and Demands Better for Survivors (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence)The Fifth Circuit Court Decides to Protect Abusers' Guns (John Hopkins)Fifth Circuit Strikes Down Domestic-Violence Prohibitor in United States v. Rahimi (the Duke Center for Firearms Law) Support the showFor more information on Brady, follow us on social media @Bradybuzz or visit our website at bradyunited.org.Full transcripts and bibliographies of this episode are available at bradyunited.org/podcast.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255.In a crisis? Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a Crisis Counselor 24/7. Music provided by: David “Drumcrazie” CurbySpecial thanks to Hogan Lovells for their long-standing legal support℗&©2019 Red, Blue, and Brady
In 1994, Congress passed the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), creating special routes to immigration status for certain battered non-citizens. But sometimes the word "Violence" has the potential applicant thinking of extreme situations, this is not always the case, battery and extreme cruelty are considered to qualify for VAWA. So if you have ever wondered if your situation might qualify, don't miss this episode!
Domestic Violence & Child Custody - VAWA Kayden's Law: How We Created It and What States Can Do Now To Protect Children Episode Type: Professional Host: Danielle Pollack Links for Danielle Pollack Danielle Pollack Personal Website: https://www.daniellepollack.com/ Personal Twitter: https://twitter.com/danielle2u National Family Violence Law Center at GW Law NFVLC Website: https://www.law.gwu.edu/national-family-violence-law-center NFVLC Twitter: https://twitter.com/nfvlcgwu NFVLC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nfvlc_at_gwu/ National Safe Parents Organization NSPO Website: https://www.nationalsafeparents.org/ NSPO Twitter: https://twitter.com/safe_parents NSPO Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationalsafeparents/ Description: Growing out of Pennsylvania after several years of intense strategic policy work and analysis by Danielle Pollack and a group of legal experts she brought together in 2017-18 - including Professor Joan Meier, litigators Richard Ducote and Jodi Lewis, and others - the federal Kayden's Law was signed into law by the President as part of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) in 2022. In Congress, the effort was led by Pollack's Pennsylvania Congressman Fitzpatrick and it built upon the state-level work on Kayden's Law, led by Pennsylvania State Senators Santarsiero and Baker, in consultation with Pollack's team. In the U.S., child custody is a state matter, meaning custody laws are determined by the states and differ somewhat from state to state. There are a few things, though, one can do on a federal level to help uniformly improve and reform family courts' response to family violence and child safety risks in custody decision-making nationwide. The intent of VAWA Kayden's Law is exactly this, and it does so by incentivizing states with federal grant money to adopt the provisions in the new federal law, thereby making the needed protective improvements in state custody laws. All states which adopt the provisions will become eligible for the funds, and the National Family Violence Law Center at GW Law, where Pollack is Policy Manager, is providing state lawmakers and stakeholders with technical assistance. Research shows that family courts are too frequently making child custody decisions which ignore or minimize family violence and safety risks to children. As a result, vulnerable children are being preventably court-ordered to be in the care and custody of an abusive party. These children are subsequently often maltreated for prolonged periods and/or sometimes murdered by an abusive parent - as Kayden Mancuso was in Pennsylvania - when there was a safe parent available and seeking to protect the child from harm. This is a systemic state, national, and international problem in private custody courts. Increasingly organized grassroots coalitions of advocates, protective parents, domestic violence survivors, and some family court practitioners have been calling for more protective reforms for children in family courts for many years. Recently, some celebrities, including actor and UN Ambassador, Angelina Jolie, have spoken out on behalf of the protective reforms Pollack and her team have developed and advanced, including VAWA Kayden's Law. The press is increasingly covering these family court issues, with recent in-depth investigative reporting from ProPublica, NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt, The Texas Observer, the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Denver Post, and others. The national organization which brings the country's leading advocacy groups together under one umbrella is the National Safe Parents Organization. People Waiting to Help in the United States: • Emergency: 911 • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255 • National Domestic Violence Hotline: Phone 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) Text “START” to 88788 • National Child Abuse Hotline: 1-800-422-4453 • Safe Helpline, Sexual Assault: 1-877-995-5247 • LGBTQ National Hotline: 1-888-843-4564 • National Runaway Safeline: 1-800-786-2929 • SAMHSA Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services: 1-800-662- HELP (4357) • Crisis Text Line: Text 741741 • National Eating Disorder Association Helpline: 1-800-931-2237 • Veterans Crisis Line: Phone 1-800-273-8255 Text 838255 For more resources please visit The Trauma and Mental Health Report resource page https://trauma.blog.yorku.ca/resources/ If you would like to share your story/professional experience in an episode please email us at: LauraDVRC@menaspeacemakers.org
Ebony Parson, 28, died September 14, 2013 in a Conway, S.C Bingo parlor, shot to death by an estranged lover who then killed himself with his own shotgun.Ebony was one of nearly 20 people per minute who are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. Unfortunately, her abuser, a jealous former boyfriend, took her life.In Ebony's case, there were warning signs that she was in trouble. In fact, she called 911 so many times reporting abuse that they told her to stop calling or she'd be arrested.October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so today we have with us on the Lean to the Left podcast Ebony's sister, Gwendolyn Reed, founder of Ebony's Hope, which she started a year after her sister's tragic death. The organization's goal is to inspire, educate and help citizens and to reduce the number of domestic violence murders and other crimes.“Had we known about several different things maybe we could have done something different,” Gwen says on the podcast. “And I, that's just how I feel. I, and Ebony Hope is my, ‘sorry' to her. I don't know what else I could have done different to save my mom a baby.”So, Ebony's Hope, a 501c3 charitable organization that accepts contributions, works as a liaison between domestic violence victims and available community and governmental resources. “Ebony Hope is just basically me wanting the community to know and citizens and victims to know that they're not alone. That there's resources here for family members to know that there's help out here in the community. So, they, they won't end up another Ebony. Because I don't want that for anybody.“I cry for my sister sometime one or two times a week. I cry for my mom. Ebony Hope is my ‘daily sorry'. If I save one person, then I did okay with this tragedy.”To help others, Gwen sponsors an annual community event to provide information and help, bringing together other organizations that support domestic violence victims. This year's event takes place on the lawn of the Old Courthouse on Main Street in Conway, SC, Saturday, October 29. More info here. In Washington, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell let the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) expire rather than pass a measure to close the deadly "boyfriend loophole", which allows convicted domestic abusers to purchase guns. The bill had been approved by the House of Representatives, 263-158, with 33 Republicans joining all but one Democrat in passing it -- despite threats from the National Rifle Association. Here are some of the questions we asked Gwen. Q. First, can you recount for us what happened to Ebony and why?Q. Had she been in an abusive relationship with this guy before that?Q. Do you think her death could have been prevented?Q. How did this affect your own life, and that of your brothers and sisters?Q. You said that Ebony didn't know what resources were available to help her, and that you didn't either. So you're trying to fix that with Ebony's Hope, right?Q. You mentioned that children are the uncounted victims and that a child who has witnessed domestic violence is more likely to become a victim or even an abuser. Explain that, please.Q. What needs to be done to make things better?Q. How is Ebony's Hope helping?Q. What can the community do to get involved?Q. What are some of the resources available here in South Carolina and elsewhere to help victims of domestic violence?Q. What should someone who is a victim of domestic violence do?Q. You're the co-author of Fortitude of an Overcomer. What is that?Click here for the complete unedited transcript.Deeper reading: “I'll Pray for You, A Christian Woman's Guide to Surviving Domestic Violence.” -- Donna Wayles, interviewed on the Lean to the Left podcast. "Fighting Violence Against Women & Children" -- Roger A. Canaff, former Special Victims ADA & author, interviewed on the Lean to the Left podcast. "Trauma of a Pastor's Betrayal" -- Sandy Phillips Kirkham, author "Let Me Prey Upon You," interviewed on the Lean to the Left podcast.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lean-to-the-left-podcast--4719048/support.
Ebony Parson, 28, died September 14, 2013 in a Conway, S.C Bingo parlor, shot to death by an estranged lover who then killed himself with his own shotgun.Ebony was one of nearly 20 people per minute who are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. Unfortunately, her abuser, a jealous former boyfriend, took her life.In Ebony's case, there were warning signs that she was in trouble. In fact, she called 911 so many times reporting abuse that they told her to stop calling or she'd be arrested.October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, so today we have with us on the Lean to the Left podcast Ebony's sister, Gwendolyn Reed, founder of Ebony's Hope, which she started a year after her sister's tragic death. The organization's goal is to inspire, educate and help citizens and to reduce the number of domestic violence murders and other crimes.“Had we known about several different things maybe we could have done something different,” Gwen says on the podcast. “And I, that's just how I feel. I, and Ebony Hope is my, ‘sorry' to her. I don't know what else I could have done different to save my mom a baby.”So, Ebony's Hope, a 501c3 charitable organization that accepts contributions, works as a liaison between domestic violence victims and available community and governmental resources. “Ebony Hope is just basically me wanting the community to know and citizens and victims to know that they're not alone. That there's resources here for family members to know that there's help out here in the community. So, they, they won't end up another Ebony. Because I don't want that for anybody.“I cry for my sister sometime one or two times a week. I cry for my mom. Ebony Hope is my ‘daily sorry'. If I save one person, then I did okay with this tragedy.”To help others, Gwen sponsors an annual community event to provide information and help, bringing together other organizations that support domestic violence victims. This year's event takes place on the lawn of the Old Courthouse on Main Street in Conway, SC, Saturday, October 29. More info here. In Washington, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell let the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) expire rather than pass a measure to close the deadly "boyfriend loophole", which allows convicted domestic abusers to purchase guns. The bill had been approved by the House of Representatives, 263-158, with 33 Republicans joining all but one Democrat in passing it -- despite threats from the National Rifle Association. Here are some of the questions we asked Gwen. Q. First, can you recount for us what happened to Ebony and why?Q. Had she been in an abusive relationship with this guy before that?Q. Do you think her death could have been prevented?Q. How did this affect your own life, and that of your brothers and sisters?Q. You said that Ebony didn't know what resources were available to help her, and that you didn't either. So you're trying to fix that with Ebony's Hope, right?Q. You mentioned that children are the uncounted victims and that a child who has witnessed domestic violence is more likely to become a victim or even an abuser. Explain that, please.Q. What needs to be done to make things better?Q. How is Ebony's Hope helping?Q. What can the community do to get involved?Q. What are some of the resources available here in South Carolina and elsewhere to help victims of domestic violence?Q. What should someone who is a victim of domestic violence do?Q. You're the co-author of Fortitude of an Overcomer. What is that?Click here for the complete unedited transcript.Deeper reading: “I'll Pray for You, A Christian Woman's Guide to Surviving Domestic Violence.” -- Donna Wayles, interviewed on the Lean to the Left podcast. "Fighting Violence Against Women & Children" -- Roger A. Canaff, former Special Victims ADA & author, interviewed on the Lean to the Left podcast. "Trauma of a Pastor's Betrayal" -- Sandy Phillips Kirkham, author "Let Me Prey Upon You," interviewed on the Lean to the Left podcast.
It can be complicated to adopt children internationally or otherwise sponsor a child's US immigration status. During this live conversation, our experts cover adoption (including family-based petitions, orphan petitions, and Hague Convention adoptions); asylum and humanitarian asylum; Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS); Violence Against Women Act (VAWA); U visas; and T visas. This talk features expert Immigration Attorney Ishan Anand and host Business Development & Outreach Manager Neha Mahajan. #immigration #immigrationattorney #adoption #asylum #vawa #uvisa #tvisa
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On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
On Thursday, March 3, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. ET, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Chairman of the Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, will hold a hybrid hearing to examine the disproportionate rates by which BIPOC—Black, Indigenous, and People of Color—women and girls go missing, the disparate treatment their cases receive by law enforcement and the media, and potential solutions to address this crisis. This silent epidemic is affecting hundreds of thousands of Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls across the country. In 2020, 40% of all women and girls reported missing were people of color—100,000 out of 250,000 missing—despite making up just 16% of the population. The disproportionate rate of missing Black and Indigenous women and girls can be attributed to a variety of factors, including higher rates of intimate partner violence against BIPOC women than white women. Missing Black, Brown, and Indigenous women and girls also rarely receive the same amount of attention by law enforcement and the media as white women and girls. Empirical studies have identified “missing white woman syndrome”—a phenomenon in which white women are given vastly higher levels of media attention than women of color. And while white women are often treated as vulnerable victims by both law enforcement and the media, BIPOC women are frequently viewed as responsible for their situations. The full scope of the problem is impossible to measure due to a lack of comprehensive and consistent data regarding missing BIPOC women and girls. In fact, there is no data on missing Hispanic or Latino women, as their cases are captured under the “White” demographic. To address this problem, federal and state governments must step up to address gaps in care, protection, and data collection. Congress must also act to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Frederick Douglass Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2021, pass the Protect Black Women and Girls Act, and fund the full implementation of the Ashanti Alert Act. WITNESSES Ms. Natalie Wilson Founder Black and Missing Foundation Ms. Angel Charley Executive Director Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women Mr. John E. Bischoff, III Vice President, Missing Children Division National Center for Missing and Exploited Children Ms. Pamela Foster Mother of Missing Child Mr. Shawn Wilkinson Father of Missing Child Ms. Patrice Onwuka (minority witness) Director, Center for Economic Opportunity Independent Women's Forum Committee Notice: https://oversight.house.gov/legislation/hearings/the-neglected-epidemic-of-missing-bipoc-women-and-girls
Nancy Guarderas de La Liga Defensora, nos acompaña todas las semanas para despejar dudas sobre tus asuntos legales en Los Estados Unidos. Aquí escucharás una antología de consejos para tu próxima audiencia de inmigración, asilo político, VAWA y trámites de ajustes de status y sus beneficios.
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) program provides a pathway to a green card for certain individuals. Learn more about who may qualify for VAWA, what type of violence meets the program's requirements, what types of evidence are accepted, what types of benefits are available, and more. This live conversation features Chugh, LLP Partner and Attorney Angelita Chavez and Business Development and Outreach Manager Neha Mahajan. #immigration #thursdayslivewithchugh #vawa #permanentresidency #immigrationattorney
LD continues to decode the American System by asking questions regarding Juneteenth and race. Why were no monies attached to legislation to address the problems that the Juneteenth Holiday brings to the consciousness of the American people.LISTEN to the podcast, see detailed show notes, pictures and videos.https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-the-juneteenth-nameand-holidayspreadhttps://www.juneteenth.comThe 13th amendment, which formally abolished slavery in the United States, passed the Senate on April 8, 1864, and the House on January 31, 1865. On February 1, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln approved the Joint Resolution of Congress submitting the proposed amendment to the state legislatures. The necessary number of states ratified it by December 6, 1865. The 13th amendment to the United States Constitution provides that "Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime whereof the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction."https://www.aclu.org/blog/smart-justice/mass-incarceration/how-1994-crime-bill-fed-mass-incarceration-crisisThe Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, commonly referred to as the 1994 Crime Bill,[1] the Clinton Crime Bill,[2] or the Biden Crime Law,[3] is an Act of Congress dealing with crime and law enforcement; it became law in 1994. It is the largest crime bill in the history of the United States and consisted of 356 pages that provided for 100,000 new police officers, $9.7 billion in funding for prisons and $6.1 billion in funding for prevention programs, which were designed with significant input from experienced police officers.[4] Sponsored by U.S. Representative Jack Brooks of Texas,[5] the bill was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Bill Clinton.[6] Then-Senator Joe Biden of Delaware drafted the Senate version of the legislation in cooperation with the National Association of Police Organizations, also incorporating the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) with Senator Orrin Hatch.[7][8]Following the 101 California Street shooting, the 1993 Waco Siege, and other high-profile instances of violent crime, the Act expanded federal law in several ways. One of the most noted sections was the Federal Assault Weapons Ban. Other parts of the Act provided for a greatly expanded federal death penalty, new classes of individuals banned from possessing firearms, and a variety of new crimes defined in statutes relating to hate crimes, sex crimes, and gang-related crime. The bill also required states to establish registries for sexual offenders by September 1997.
Since the onset of colonization Indigenous women have experienced violence with reckless abandon, today it is a public health emergency. Traditionally, many of our Native societies are matrilineal but settler colonialism has disrupted our traditional value systems. These shifts have tragically contributed to the epidemic of violence we see committed against our women and Two Spirit relations. The issue is systemic and this episode discusses how we must hold systems and people accountable. Mary Kathryn Nagle (Cherokee) is a playwright and lawyer with Pipestem Law, a firm dedicated to legal advocacy for the safety of Native women and tribal sovereignty. She represents families of victims and has testified before Congress for the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Her perspective on the legal issues regarding MMIW expounds how tribal sovereignty and jurisdiction is so important in combatting the crisis. She also explains how political participation and allyship is necessary to fight subversive systems which propagate violence.Abigail Echohawk (Pawnee) is Director of the Urban Indian Health Institute and a leader in the movement to bring visibility to MMIW through political advocacy work, data, and research. Her organization conducted a seminal report on the crisis to better understand the prevalence of the crisis which has harmed our relations for 500 years.This episode is raw, real, and heart wrenching. The crisis must be addressed and we need allies to join us in making it visible so we can all take action. We need to hold non-Natives upholding these systems accountable. Further, we need Natives to step into roles of political power to demand change. Every statistic represents a Native woman. We must honor and protect our sisters. No more stolen sisters. Links and Resources: Fill out our form Letter in support of VAWAUrban Indian Health InstitutePipestem LawPublic Law 280National Indigenous Women’s Resource CenterMary Kathryn Nagle New Yorker ArticleMontana Community FoundationSovereign Bodies InstituteAll My Relations is Listener SupportedBecome a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/allmyrelationspodcast FollowAll My Relations on Instagram Matika on Instagram MusicSpecial thanks to Antone and The West Shore Canoe Family & Joanne Shannendoah AMR Team Creative direction, sound engineering, and editing by Teo ShantzFilm Editing by Jon AyonSound production by Max LevinDevelopment Manager: Will Paisley Production Assistant: Kristin BolanDirector of Business Development: Edison HunterSocial Media Intern: Lindsey HightowerResearch Intern: Keoni Rodriguez2nd Editor: Carly SjordalSales and Marketing Intern: Jamie Marquez-BratcherSupport the show (https://www.paypal.me/amrpodcast)
In The Aisle: A Guide to Government & Politics for Gen-Z'ers and Millennials
This episode is part two of "Power Moves Only". We will be talking in more detail about Russia's interference in the 2020 election, D.C.'s potential of becoming a state, and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)! Come and join me again in the aisle!
Thank you for joining this week's edition of the Albany Update. Starting at the federal level, last week the U.S. House of Representatives reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and passed a resolution to remove the ratification deadline for the proposed Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to the U.S. Constitution. Both of these innocuously named bills sound good at first blush, but leave social conservatives with significant concerns. Second, much to our organization's chagrin, recreational weed may see a floor vote as early as this week, but legislative negotiations over bill differences still persist. The pot proposal is far from finished. Then, state budget conversation revolving around additional casinos and tax breaks for existing ones are underway. In addition, mobile sports betting appears to be moving toward passage. Fourth, much has been made of the State Health Department's nursing home directive that led to an increased number of resident deaths, however there is a similar directive regarding state-operated group homes for the developmentally disabled and unlike the nursing home directive—it's still in effect. Finally, we believe in the power of prayer and our organization has a number of specific prayer needs to share with you. Let's get started. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/albanyupdate/support
Party Crashers - By now, we've all seen the news and know about the Atlanta murders, as well as the increasing number of accounts of crimes being committed against people of Asian descent in cities across America. In this episode of the 'Uninvited', we are getting to the heart of the matter: white supremacy. Specifically we are talking about the mindset that enables young men like the accused mass murderer in Atlanta to acquire firearms, makes excuses for their obviously anti-Asian racist and murderous actions, takes them thru the drive-thru at Burger King after having gunned down a Black church bible study and told how much they are loved after having attempted a coup to overthrow the federal government (and killed a cop in the process). We also get to the need to pass the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and why the changing of the filibuster rules will almost be necessary in order to get enough people in the United Senators who believe women should be protected from physical, sexual, emotional and psychological harm...as well as death by gunshot. We must stop Asian hate now. We must stop all the hate. Thank you for coming to our Ted Talk. In the meantime, be good to yourselves and each other. Also, let's stand together for we are all we have...and all we need. Love ya, Jerry of the Uninvited "Build It Up", written and performed by the great Ingrid Michaelson. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jerry-jones5/message
The day's action in our three branches of government. Highlights include: the House moves several bills forward for debate and a vote, including reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and the President begins his tour touting the American Rescue Plan.
The hosts discuss a case in which the Supreme Court struck down a provision of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) that allowed women to sue abusers in federal court for damages. In the process, the Court constrained the ability of Congress to regulate interstate commerce, not only weakening an important civil rights law, but also making it more difficult for Congress to pass progressive legislation going forward.Follow eter (@The_Law_Boy), Rhiannon (@AywaRhiannon), and Michael (@_FleerUltra) on Twitter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
According to the ACLU, 1 in 4 women are sexually assaulted on college campuses. 95% of those assaults go unreported. Tune in this week on Quarantea, Beth and Brittany Bowhall talk all about the office of Title IX. Named after the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Washington State law, and University of Washington policy, the […]
In this special episode, Laura Gomez-Horton explains how the mental effects of the COVID-19 crisis are showing up and we talk about how to take care of yourself. About Laura Laura Gómez-Horton is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Board-Approved Supervisor through the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners. She received a Bachelor and Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin in 1996 and 1997, respectively. She is currently the clinical director at the YWCA Greater Austin whose adopted mission is “eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.” Laura has extensive experience providing bilingual services and working with individuals, children, families, and groups in the areas of domestic violence, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, PTSD, immigration, parenting, cultural identity, prenatal/postnatal mental health, grief and loss, and self-advocacy. Previously, as the Social Services Coordinator at the Texas Civil Rights Project, Laura established the social services program for their statewide offices and developed the Austin Promotora program, a grassroots self-advocacy group comprised of women who had qualified to adjust their legal status in the U.S. as authorized by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). She also worked at the School of Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin as part of the clinical faculty and provided therapeutic services through SafePlace (now the Safe Alliance), a local non-profit addressing issues of domestic violence and sexual assault in Austin. In addition, she provided therapeutic bilingual services through independent practice and co-founded Within Your Reach/A Su Alcance, a program providing bilingual personal-development workshops. Her experiences in the Austin area culminated in developing a focus on providing therapeutic services and advocating for clients who are Spanish-speaking, immigrant, and/or marginalized. Laura has participated in training videos, and various English and Spanish-language radio and television news interviews discussing mental health issues and current events impacting the community. She has provided extensive presentations/workshops and has developed, coordinated and facilitated various therapeutic and support groups. She currently co-facilitates the monthly dialogues on Issues of Racism and Discrimination at the YWCA Greater Austin. Laura is also a Member of National Association for Social Workers (NASW) and sits on the advisory board for the R.E.A.L. (Social Justice) Committee for NASW-TX. She also sits on the board for Wells Branch Elementary PTA and Lone Star Victims Advocacy Project. YWCA of Greater Austin Website: ywcaaustin.org Instagram: @ywatx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YWCAatx/
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides law enforcement with better resources to investigate cases of rape; supplies colleges with effective tools to educate students about dating violence and sexual assault; and helps fund all of Kentucky’s rape crisis centers and domestic violence shelters. So why hasn’t it been reauthorized? In this episode, Amy discusses the impact of VAWA with a survivor and an advocate from Kentucky.Episode show notes: National Sexual Assault Hotline (800-656-4673) https://www.rainn.org/National Domestic Violence Hotline (800-799-7233) www.outrageus.org www.workplacesrespond.orgwww.victimsofcrime.org www.thehotline.orghttps://cultureofrespect.org/program/green-dot-etc/https://www.stalkingawareness.org/
Lori Jackson feared for her life, so she got a temporary restraining order against her husband. But he was still able to legally buy a handgun, which he used to kill Jackson. This hour, we talk about the legal gaps that allow some domestic abusers to purchase firearms. Proposed changes to federal law aim to address these gaps, changes that advocates say would protect women like Lori Jackson. But opponents say these changes would infringe on Second Amendment rights. We hear more about the debate to update the federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Later, we talk about the unique legal obstacles Native American tribal nations face when seeking justice for domestic violence victims. GUESTS: Ryan Lindsay - Reporter for Connecticut Public Radio and the Guns in America public radio reporting collaborative Julie Goldscheid - Professor at CUNY Law School Chief Mutáwi Mutáhash (Many Hearts) Dr. Lynn Malerba - Chief of Mohegan Tribe in Uncasville Connecticut; she is the Secretary of the United South and Eastern Tribes Sovereignty Protection Fund which represents 27 federally recognized tribal nations. Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Abuse is a unique issue and recourse is available to victims of domestic violence. Learn how the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) can protect you if you qualify, even if you're from another country.Some of the issues in this episode include:Does it matter whether you marry abroad, come to the U.S. on a fiancee Visa or by some other means, if you find yourself in an abusive relationship after you arrive in the U.S?What about confidentiality with respect to your legal status?What are your law enforcement options?Is deportation a possibility if you report abuse?What if you're being forced to have sex against your will with your husband, or, you're being forced by your husband to have sex with someone else?What if you don't have money for attorney's fees?How long does it take to get through the legal system if you qualify for protection under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)?Can you work while your case is being processed?What happens if one party files for divorce during the process or afterwards?What happens if an abusive spouse dies after the victim has reported during separation or after divorce?If this is you, someone you know or you work with an agency that can help, join me for a discussion with Houston, TX immigration attorney Kathryn N. Karem https://www.immisolver.com for an in-depth look into these questions and more.Nothing here is legal advice. Copyright LML Media, LLC 2019
This episode of Tell Us About It is the second of a two-part series focused on research and policy at Casa de Esperanza and its National Latin@ Network. In part two, we continue our conversation with Rosie Hidalgo and Rebecca Rodriguez of Casa de Esperanza. We discuss the topics and insights they covered at the recent Latin@ Research and Policy Roundtable, which brought together research and policy advocates for Latin@ survivors. To listen to part one of our conversation, click here: http://ow.ly/Ptit50v5eTo Rosie Hidalgo is the Senior Director of Public Policy for Casa de Esperanza. She previously served as the Deputy Director for Policy at the Office on Violence Against Women at the U.S. Department of Justice. She also worked to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) in 2013 as a member of the Steering Committee of the National Task Force to End Sexual and Domestic Violence. Rebecca Rodriguez is the Director of Research and Evaluation for Casa de Esperanza. She is also a community psychologist whose research interests broadly focus on culturally-specific and community-centered approaches to prevent family violence in Latin@ families. For more information on this episode, including related links, please visit our website: https://victimresearch.org/podcast/tell-us-about-it-episode-17-incorporating-community-research-and-practice-at-casa-de-esperanza-part-2/
This episode of Tell Us About It is the first of a two-part series focused on research and policy at Casa de Esperanza and its National Latin@ Network. In part one, we speak with staff members Rosie Hidalgo and Rebecca Rodriguez about the incorporation of community-based research into their work, and how this informs their policy advocacy and research needs. Rosie Hidalgo is the Senior Director of Public Policy for Casa de Esperanza. She previously served as the Deputy Director for Policy at the Office on Violence Against Women at the U.S. Department of Justice. She also worked to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) in 2013 as a member of the Steering Committee of the National Task Force to End Sexual and Domestic Violence. Rebecca Rodriguez is the Director of Research and Evaluation for Casa de Esperanza. She is also a community psychologist whose research interests broadly focus on culturally-specific and community-centered approaches to prevent family violence in Latin@ families. For more information on this episode, including related links, please visit our website: https://victimresearch.org/podcast/tell-us-about-it-episode-17-incorporating-community-research-and-practice-at-casa-de-esperanza/
In December of 1990, Tracey Thurman came to Washington DC to testify before a Senate Hearing. Then-Senator Joe Biden of Delaware invited her to testify as Congress considered a Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) to address widespread intimate partner violence and a lack of resources for victims. Although bitterness against the police was an undertone in her testimony, she avoided blaming them in this statement, instead listing their problematic responses, focusing on prevention and asking for better protection for women in the future. Marissa Jones of The Vanished Podcast reads Tracey's brief statement for the episode and then we'll look at the WAVA and where it stands today. Spoiler alert -- if you live in the US call your representative today and demand it be renewed by December 7, 2018. Marissa Jones of The Vanished Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-vanished-podcast/id1081124929?mt=2 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/targetedpodcast Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/targetedpodcast/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TargetedPodcast/ website: www.targetedpodcast.com email: targetedpodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @targetedpodcast Merchandise: We have two store now! https://targetedpodcast.threadless.com https://www.teepublic.com/user/targetedpodcast Resources in the US: Need help? In the United States call 800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area. http://www.thehotline.org/resources/ Resources in Australia: The Allison Baden-Clay Foundation has an excellent list of many resources available https://www.allisonbadenclayfoundation.org.au/website-resources/ Resources in the UK: Paladin: National Stalking Advocacy Service, http://www.https://paladinservice.co.uk Promo for: Voice of the Victim https://vovpodcast.podbean.com/feed.xml Custom artwork for the Fight for Justice series done by https://www.facebook.com/UnapologeticArtist/
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is up for reauthorization but is in need of some improvements! Listen to the former Principal Deputy Director of VAWA at the Department of Justice talk about what is working and what isn't.
As Republicans attempt to push through Kavanaugh the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) expired last Sunday, spurring the #MarchForBlackWomen. The Senate has passed an extension until 12/6 but critics are demanding its full reauthorization. To read our full coverage on the march go to https://bit.ly/2y3oeAt This segment that is part of the weekly WBAI (99.5)show Indy Radio News, that broadcasts every Monday at 6 PM ET
We talk to Farah Tanis, co-founder of Black Women's Blueprint organization, about the March for Black Women that took place near NY City Hall on Sunday, September 30th demanding the renewal of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). In the second half of our show we have guest Casey Harrell on from Australian-based Sunrise Project, who tells us about the environmental threats from BlackRock and our reporter Lydia McMullen-Laird reports directly from Monday’s rally, No Justice, No Seat: March Against Kavanaugh, that marched up from Flatiron Public Plaza to NY’s Yale Club. This show aired live on WBAI (99.5 fm) on Monday from 6-6:30 PM EST To read more about these issues go to Indypendent.org To support Indy Radio News become a patron! https://bit.ly/2xsDpRQ
Author Marivi Soliven presents The Mango Bride and A Frank Talk about Domestic Violence in Immigrant Communities and the Filipino Diaspora Marivi Soliven has worked as an interpreter for immigrant survivors of domestic violence. Her book The Mango Bride, “offers a personal glimpse into extreme poverty in Manila and what growing up in deprivation can do to someone. The book explains how the mail-bride system works (horribly) and how women who try to escape their misery for a life of dreams sometimes become trapped in a nightmare.” Topics addressed at the event include the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), the Filipino diaspora, and the Saving Beverly movement. Sponsors for this event include Department of Health Sciences, Alaskero Partnership Organizers, Alaskeros Kasamahan, and Center for Community Engagement & Learning.
Welcome to Our Own Voices Live with your hosts: Angela Thomas and Rodney Smith with special Guess’: Rhachelle Nicol' and I.S.I.S., The Goddess of Poetry Our Topic(s) today: “Domestic Violence.” If you have a question, comment or just want to listen, give us a call: (347) 826-9600 Near a computer you can listen in or chat with us here: www.blogtalkradio.com/our-own-voices/2013/10/12/domestic-violence October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month Is domestic violence a national health emergency? NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH, 2013 - - - - - - - BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Since the passage of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) nearly 20 years ago, our Nation's response to domestic violence has greatly improved. What was too often seen as a private matter best hidden behind closed doors is now an established issue of national concern. We have changed our laws, transformed our culture, and improved support services for survivors. We have seen a significant drop in domestic violence homicides and improved training for police, prosecutors, and advocates. Yet we must do more to provide protection and justice for survivors and to prevent violence from occurring. During National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we stand with domestic abuse survivors, celebrate our Nation's progress in combatting these despicable crimes, and resolve to carry on until domestic violence is no more.
As recently reported by SAVE, and editorialized by Phyllis Schlafly, On February 2, the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) passed out of the Senate Judiciary Committee. That in itself is not remarkable. What is remarkable is that all eight Republicans voted “No” to the current Leahy version of the bill up for consideration. Schlafly was quick to pronounce that this admittedly thunderous moment was an indication that Washington Republicans were “no longer intimidated by feminist demands.” And she might be right. The typical leftist suspects are losing their minds. Both CNN and Huffpo are so bent out of shape that they are explicitly calling for the Obama administration to EMPLOY VIOLENCE against the republicans. If Schlafly is correct, then we can start icing down the champagne, because if either party really qualifies as being henceforth unfriendly to feminist governance we're gonna throw a shindig, the likes of which has not been seen since, well, since people started throwing shindigs. But don't get out your party poppers just yet. It is clear that this is a big one. Bigger than big. A straight party line vote against the feminist owned VAWA behemoth is a monstrosity of a change in the status quo, no matter what the reasons. But just like we do with everything else around here, we are going to dig through the politics and other poop and try to piece together what is really happening. We are doing our homework, folks. This ought to mean a very interesting episode of AVfM Radio. So be sure to tune in for yours truly, along with co-host JTO as we put the red pill analysis to this shocking turn of events. Heck, this show is so special we got a doctor there, just to take your phone calls. And that ain't no campaign promise. Tonight folks. Be there.
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