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Personal Experience With Domestic Violence Is Reportedly Widespread in California

A recent survey about public attitudes toward domestic violence shows most state residents recognize that the problem is serious, and often close to home.

Immigrant Domestic Violence Survivors Face Shrinking Protections

Amid slashed funding and weakened legal protections, immigrant survivors of domestic violence face mounting new barriers to safety.

Women Fleeing Abuse Face New Hurdles After Justice Department Decision

“Women and girls were used as a political justification for U.S. military intervention in Afghanistan, and now they are being turned away when they seek safety here.” — Laila Ayub, director of Project ANAR.

Justice Department Imposes New Restrictions for Domestic Violence Funding

New criteria for Violence Against Women Act funding stipulates that grantees must provide certification of not engaging in DEI activities, including supporting immigrants and transgender people.

Over 200 Ralliers Demand Newsom Fund Domestic Violence Victims

Over 200 participants rallied at the state Capitol May 20 to demand funding for domestic violence support.

A Bay Area City Is Cracking Down on Homelessness, Domestic Violence Victims Are Paying the Price

DV advocates say given the overlap between domestic violence and homelessness, a new law criminalizing the latter will impact women fleeing abusers.

Domestic Violence Journalists Seek New Ways to End the Cycle

Journalists nationwide are fighting domestic violence by focusing on solutions for survivors before the cycle turns deadly. 

Annual Vigil Puts Spotlight on Domestic Violence Survivors

Due to funding cuts, California lacks resources to support survivors of domestic violence, who often end up homeless or incarcerated.

Domestic Violence Abusers May No Longer Be Able to Track Their Partners With Their Apps

Cases of vehicle technology-enabled stalking and other forms of harassment are on the rise. A new California bill seeks to address the issue.