Domestic Violence: Population-Specific Approaches

In an effort to respond to the diverse experiences of victims and survivors of domestic violence, services must be individualized to meet the unique needs of each population and/or community. The resources included here present a starting point for considering the various issues that impact the lives of victims and survivors in specific populations.

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Spring 2010

Domestic Violence Fatality Review in Indian Country

This article, which begins on page 8 of the NDVFRI’s Fatality Review Bulletin, provides information on conducting fatality reviews with American Indian tribes in Montana.

Authors: Matthew Dale

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June 2008

Elder Patients at Risk of Abuse

This fact sheet notes elder abuse in Indian Country, emphasizes prevention by health care professionals, presents links to elder abuse assessment instrument, and offers guidance on understanding abuse in the contexts of the culture of older persons.

Authors: National Indian Council on Aging and the University of New Mexico Geriatric Education

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2007

Ozha Wahbegganis: Exploring Supervised Visitation and Exchange Services in Native American Communities

This resource explores ways to serve families who have experienced intimate partner violence and where children are visiting or being exchanged between the abused and abusive parent, with a specific focus on cultural considerations relating to Native Americans.

Authors: Lauren J. Litton and Oliver J. Williams

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2006

Domestic Violence in Communities of Color

This "Facts & Stats Collection" paper highlights specific issues and distinguishing dynamics that confront different women of color, including African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic/Latino, and Native American/Alaskan Indian women.

Authors: Women of Color Network

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June 2004

A Review of the Literature: Elder Abuse in Indian County - Research, Policy, and Practice

This document describes the nature and extent of elder abuse in Indian country, what is being done about it, and identifies promising approaches and practices for addressing the problem.

Authors: National Indian Council on Aging

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2004

Public Law 280: Issues and Concerns for Victims of Crime in Indian Country

This resource provides information on Public Law 280, a substantial transfer of jurisdiction from the federal government to the states in Indian Country, and its impact on victims of crime.

Authors: Ada Pecos Melton and Jerry Gardner

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1999

Confidentiality: Cornerstone of Safety for Native Women who are Battered

This booklet describes the complexity of issues related to confidentiality and illustrates the responsibilities of tribes to protect the privacy of Native Women who are battered.

Authors: Sacred Circle

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1999

Coordinated Community Response to Stop Violence Against Native Women

This publication describes effective collaborations between battered women's shelters and several community entities.

Authors: Sacred Circle

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1995

Domestic Violence and Tribal Protection of Indigenous Women in the United States

The article provides a discussion about domestic violence in American Indian societies through an examination of cultural principles and world view, legislation and tribal codes, and service provision and protection in indigenous nations.

Authors: Gloria Valencia-Weber and Christine P. Zuni

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