Welfare on WorkFirst
Report on WorkFirst practices and its impact on survivors and children.
Economic Justice
We believe everyone should have access to money, housing, childcare, and education so they can make decisions about their relationships without regard for the financial impact of those decisions. Learn more about the Economic Justice project.
How’s It Going? A Day in the Life of a Domestic Violence Advocate Out-Stationed at a CSO
Report on the first five years of domestic violence advocates working in community services offices (CSOs).
Child Support: What Survivors, Advocates, and DSHS Workers Have to Say
A critique of the child support system in Washington State and recommendations for the future.
Child Support & Domestic Violence
An article on how the child support system works in Washington State and tips for working with survivors.
Role of Advocates at Community Services Offices (CSOs)
An article exploring advocacy and confidentiality issues for domestic violence advocates placed at Community Services Offices (CSOs).
Survivors’ Perspectives on Confidentiality at DSHS
Survivors talk about their experiences with welfare and DSHS.
Is It Safe To Say? Talking with DSHS About Violence and Abuse
What survivors need to know about how personal information is handled at the welfare office.
5-Year Time Limit and Administrative Hearings
This resource provides details about the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) time limit and administrative hearings for domestic violence survivors.
Poverty and Domestic Violence: What Survivors with Abused Children Need from their Advocates
This article examines the connections between poverty and domestic violence, and includes stories from survivors.
Housing Assistance
A collection of housing resources and information for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.