This bipartisan VAWA reauthorization includes groundbreaking provisions to strengthen and modernize the law, toward the goal of ensuring all victims are served and supported. April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month! See 8 Ways to Take Action Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Reauthorization Signed By President Biden "This bipartisan VAWA reauthorization includes groundbreaking provisions to strengthen and modernize the law, toward the goal of ensuring all victims are served and supported." Learn More What's included? "Additional funding will also help respond to survivors' immediate needs. Enacted together, these two measures substantially increase both survivors' ability to address immediate needs and their access to long-term security." What's missing? A bipartisan group of senators reached an agreement only after dropping the provision that would have closed the so-called "boyfriend loophole." Learn More What is VAWA? "The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a landmark piece of legislation that sought to improve criminal legal and community-based responses to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in the United States." Learn more. "The original bill ensured legal protections for women from domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. The reauthorization will expand those protections." Learn more. In the News Florida's bill restricting LGBTQ discussion will hurt all children "Only inclusive education can reduce prejudice, violence and abuse." Read More LGBTQ+ youth deserve education that is inclusive of their families, experiences, identities, and relationships. Learn about our You + Me = We series, which aims to ensure that they have accurate information to stay safe and healthy. Guide to Healthy Relationships "While we often drill into teens the scary stuff about dating and sex—what could go wrong, what not to do and the warning signs of abuse, which are all important to be sure—what many of these talks forgot to mention is what a healthy relationship looks like." Read More 'Traumaversaries' can be hard. Here’s how 4 sexual assault survivors honor theirs. "Commemorating the anniversary of trauma isn’t just symbolically meaningful; it can also be a tangible way to counteract what psychologists call anniversary reactions. Survivors may experience increased feelings of unease, guilt, shame, anger, anxiety and more around dates associated with trauma." Read More DC pilot program that gave thousands in one-time payment works, study finds "Many of the recipients were Black, low-income and headed by women. The money came with no strings attached, said Mary Bogle, a lead researcher with the Urban Institute, which conducted the study. Participants told researchers they experienced a slew of benefits from the payout." Read More Drive-Thru Deeds │ Fridays 11-1 Deliver urgently needed supplies for clients Swing by our office on Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to drop off items, or purchase items from our Amazon wish list and ship them directly to our offices. Our most urgent needs this week: Bathroom Disinfecting Spray Dawn Dish Soap Kitchen Sponges Trash Bags Thank you for your support! Order Online Do you need support? Do you know someone else who might? Call Doorways to speak with an advocate any time. 24-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Hotline: 703-237-0881 New to Doorways? Welcome! Learn more about: Volunteering Giving Fundraising Doorways | P.O. Box 100185, Arlington, VA 22210 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!