Many domestic violence survivors do not want to access criminal or civil legal responses to domestic violence. These resources and readings provide some alternatives to the legal system when supporting survivors.
Join advocates from around the state for a Legal Advocate Gathering with Leigh Goodmark! We will be discussing legal responses to domestic violence (both civil and criminal) and thinking through…
Join us for a two-part webinar series for advocates on options for immigrant survivors of violence with legal staff from the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project! Attendees are expected to attend…
Home is not a safe place for everyone. COVID-19 “stay home” orders have isolated people experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault, resulting in many having fewer options for safety and…
Join us for a call to connect with other legal advocates and discuss how we can best support survivors and sustain our advocacy during these difficult times. Let’s talk about:…
A webinar about confidentiality – one of the core values of domestic violence advocacy.
Sexual harassment in housing is illegal. The Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice has launched an initiative to address sexual harassment in housing by landlords, property managers, maintenance workers, and…
A collection of resources for information on divorce and child custody.
A collection of resources for survivors whose partner/ex-partner has been arrested to assist in understanding the legal system and options available.
A collection of resources explaining the types of protective orders available in Washington State.