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Learning and capacity building resources for advocates, preventionists, and activists

➜  If you are experiencing domestic violence and need support, please visit our searchable map of domestic violence organizations.

Whether you’re a seasoned advocate, a student, or a community member interested in learning more about domestic violence, our user-friendly resource library is a great tool for you. We have compiled an extensive database of publications, images, websites, webinars and more — all dedicated to understanding the dynamics of abuse, prevention strategies and community solutions. 

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Publication California State Board of Education

Health Education Content Standards for California Public Schools
Kindergarten Through Grade Twelve

The California Health Education Content Standards, approved by the State Board of Education in March 2008, integrate health education to promote healthy relationships and prevent dating violence throughout the K-12 standards in an age-appropriate manner.

Below, the Partnership highlights the portions of the document that specifically reference healthy dating relationships and dating abuse prevention, which appear in the standards for Grades 7 and 8, and grades 9-12. See the link on the right to access the entire document.

Publication The National Census of Domestic Violence Services

2008 Domestic Violence Counts California Summary

On September 17, 2008, 70 out of 113, or 62%, of identified domestic violence programs in California participated in the 2008 National Census of Domestic Violence Services. This summary represents the information provided by 70 participating programs about services provided during the 24-hour survey period.

Publication National Network To End Domestic Violence

2007 Domestic Violence Counts California Summary

On September 25, 2007, 57 out of 94, or 61%, of identified domestic violence programs in California. This summary represents information from the 57 participating programs about services they provided during the 24-hour survey period.

Publication Kim Klein

10 Most Important Things You Can Know About Fundraising

Kim Klein reveals important ways to cultivate relationships with donors.

Publication National Network to End Domestic Violence

2006 Domestic Violence Counts California Summary

On November 2nd 2006, 54 out of 121 identified local domestic violence programs (45%) in California participated in the National Census of Domestic Violence Services (NCDVS). Designed to address the safety and confidentiality needs of victims, the Census collected an unduplicated, non-invasive count of adults and children who received critical services from local domestic violence programs during the 24-hour survey period.

Publication World Health OrganizationLondon School of Hygiene & Tropical MedicineDaphne Programme of the European Commission

WHO Ethical and Safety Recommendations for Interviewing Trafficked Women

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Understanding the Impacts of Domestic Violence on Survivors

The Depp v. Heard trial has been trauma activating for many survivors. At this moment when domestic violence is receiving a lot of sensationalized attention throughout the various forms of media, we affirm the need for attention on concrete solutions—those that support survivors, educate on the realities of domestic violence, and prevent it from occurring in the first place.