Reforming Child Protective Services Through Advocacy for Survivors
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Batterer Accountability: Responding to Child Maltreatment and Domestic Violence
Paper discussing best practices across systems responding to domestic violence that is rooted in placing accountability for the abuse on the person who caused harm.
Covering Domestic Violence: A Guide for Journalists and Other Media Professionals
A guide for journalists covering domestic violence, including statistics, tips, and resources.
Confidentiality When Working with Survivors
Model protocol on confidentiality, including sample release forms.
Grievance Procedures: Model Form & Best Practice
Best practices for using the Model Form – Grievance Procedures for domestic violence programs.
Release of Information: Model Form & Best Practice
Best practices when using the Model Form – Release of Information for domestic violence programs.
Notice of Right to Confidentiality: Model Form & Best Practice
Best practices for using the Model Form – Notice of Right to Confidentiality for domestic violence programs.
Record Keeping When Working with Survivors
Model protocol on record keeping, with an appendix on responding to subpoenas and warrants.
Model Policy on Shelter Rules
General guidelines for shelter rules, including model rules and recommendations.
Survivors’ Perspectives on Confidentiality at DSHS
Survivors talk about their experiences with welfare and DSHS.