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The unique housing needs of survivors of sexual assault vary from one survivor to another. These needs do not always fit neatly into traditional housing paths. A survivor living in a multigenerational household may need a night or two away to clear their mind in solitude. A survivor may need to appear in court early in the morning, yet live hours away with no access to public transportation. Or a survivor may benefit from a neutral environment to process. For such scenarios, innovation is the answer.

Featuring ReloShare, this webinar will dive into the challenges survivors of sexual violence face accessing shelter, explore how a hotel shelter program model can accelerate options, and share tips on implementing such program models. Use this flyer to access the webinar recording.

Survivors of sexual assault have unique housing needs throughout their lifespan. The number of housing related advocacy requests received by sexual assault programs and coalitions is growing, and fast. Although housing is recognized as a priority issue impacting survivors, many sexual assault programs and coalitions do not have specific housing programs or dedicated housing staff to meet increased need. One of the primary barriers? Lack of funding.

This webinar introduces attendees to a variety of funding opportunities that can, and currently do, support housing work with survivors of sexual assault. Use this flyer to view the recording.

This quick-reference chart compares the Violence Against Women Act (“VAWA”) Self-Petition and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (“SIJS”) as immigration options for abused noncitizen children.

This list has links to all of the resources and webinars that BWJP has created for the ESPOC project.

This trauma-informed course strengthens advocates’ skills in supporting survivors of human trafficking who have also experienced domestic and/or sexual violence, with a focus on intake, assessment, case management, and collaborative support

Course Modules

Module 1: Overlapping Experiences of Human Trafficking, Domestic and Sexual Violence
Module 2: Impacts of Trauma and Protective Strategies
Module 3: Foundations for Survivor Intake and Case Management
Module 4: Screening for Human Trafficking and Identifying Survivor Needs
Module 5: Safety Planning with Survivors
Module 6: Collaborating for Survivor Support: Confidentiality and Partnerships
Module 7: Ensuring Continuity of Care and Long-Term Support

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El cifrado ayuda a proteger la información del acceso indeseado o sin autorización. Las opciones de cifrado están disponibles en la mayoría de los dispositivos inteligentes y las plataformas en línea.

Siempre que sea posible, los programas de servicios para víctimas deben utilizar el cifrado para proteger los datos, las comunicaciones y los sitios web. Las personas sobrevivientes también pueden utilizarlo para ayudar a proteger sus dispositivos y comunicaciones. Este manual proporcionará una visión general de lo que es el cifrado y la manera en la que puede ser utilizado por las personas sobrevivientes y proveedores de servicios para víctimas con el objetivo de proteger información confidencial.

Encryption helps to protect information from unauthorized and unwanted access. Options for encryption are available on most smart devices and online platforms.

Victim Service Programs should use encryption to protect data, communications, and websites whenever possible. Survivors can also use it to help protect their devices and communications. This handout will provide an overview on what encryption is and how it can be used by survivors and victim service providers to protect sensitive communications.

Muchos programas de servicio para víctimas cuentan con redes WiFi o computadoras disponibles para que utilicen los/las sobrevivientes. Los/las sobrevivientes pueden usar una computadora compartida o la red WiFi para realizar búsquedas si buscan mudarse o conseguir empleo, beneficios, vivienda, entre otros.

Los programas deberían garantizar que la red WiFi o la computadora tenga la máxima seguridad posible para proteger la privacidad y confidencialidad de los/las usuarios/as. A continuación figuran algunos consejos y mejores prácticas para garantizar la seguridad de las redes WiFi y las computadoras compartidas.

Many victim service programs have computers or WiFi networks available for survivors to use. Survivors can use a shared computer or WiFi network to do research if they are relocating, to apply for jobs, benefits, or housing, and more. Programs should ensure that the computer or WiFi network is as safe and secure as possible to protect the privacy and safety of users. This resource provides tips and best practices for securing shared computers and WiFi networks.

This document was created for the OVW Electronic Service Protection Order Court (ESPOC) Pilot Project grantees. It includes three resources: foundational guidance on logic models, a completed example, and a blank template.