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Links to Resources and Information:
 Preventing Intimate Partner Violence and Sexual Violence in Racial/Ethnic Minority Communities: CDC's Demonstration Projects
NAWHO was one of 10 demonstration projects funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in 2000 to develop, implement, and evaluate culturally competent intimate partner violence and sexual violence prevention strategies for racial/ethnic minority populations. CDC has just released this new publication, which summarizes the work of the funded projects. The purpose of the document is to describe the approaches projects developed and highlight challenges and lessons learned.
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control
NCIPC works to reduce morbidity, disability, mortality, and costs associated with injuries.
Rape Treatment Center, Santa Monica – UCLA Medical Center
The Rape Treatment Center (RTC) at Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center is nationally recognized for its exemplary treatment, education, and prevention programs. The RTC provides comprehensive, free treatment for sexual assault victims.
The Legal Aid Society - Employment Law Center SURVIVE Project
SURVIVE (Surviving Violence and Increasing Viable Employment) Project provides domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking victims, as well as their advocates, with free legal counseling and referral on the workplace rights of victims. Call 888-864-8335 for more information.
Los Angeles Commission on Assaults Against Women
LACAAW’s mission is the elimination of violence against women, youth and children through working toward social change, equality and social justice.
California Coalition Against Sexual Assault
National Sexual Violence Resource Center
National Resource Center on Domestic Violence
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800-799-SAFE (TTY 800-787-3224)
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