A High-Tech Twist on Abuse: Technology, Intimate Partner Stalking, and Advocacy
This Violence Against Women Online Resources commissioned document summarizes the existing knowledge on the use of technology to stalk. The author uses both published literature and contributions provided by numerous survivors’ reports to provide current information on the variety of sophisticated tools that are being used to stalk current and former intimate partners. The article also provides specific strategies for advocates, including safety planning information, a resource list, and a handout for survivors.
Assessing Justice System Response To Violence Against Women
This is the second installment on this website from the STOP-TA Project's Promising Practices Initiative. The document contains profiles of 17 non-profit victim advocacy organizations around the nation. The profiles highlight innovative outreach and service delivery strategies that address the needs of victims of sexual assault, stalking and domestic violence.
Assistive Technology
This Tip Sheet on Assistive Technologywas developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. The document looks at how the technology works, how agencies and partnerships are using it, the benefits and risks, and things to consider when using Assistive Technology. Assistive Technology is an umbrella term that includes any device, equipment, product, or service that: increases, maintains, or improves access; decreases or removes systemic barriers; and supports accessibility, autonomy, and self‐determination for individuals with disabilities or who are Deaf.
Cloud Computing
This Tip Sheet on Cloud Computing was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. The document looks at how the cloud computing works, how agencies and partnerships are using it, benefits and risks, and things to consider when using Cloud Computing.
Community Policing to Prevent Violence Against Women
This document is a training manual provided by PERF to advocates, police, social service providers, and other violence-against-women professionals. It is a resource guide for community-policing approaches to reducing and preventing violence-against-women.
Computers and Networks
This Tip Sheet on Computers and Networks was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. The document looks at how the technology works, how agencies and partnerships are using it, benefits and risks, and things to consider when using Computers and Networks.
Databases
This Tip Sheet on Databases and Specialized System Databases was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. The document looks at how the technology works, how agencies and partnerships are using it, benefits and risks, and things to consider when using Databases.
Designing Accessible Events for People with Disabilities (PDF (original))
Do you host events--conferences, trainings, focus groups? Would you like to learn additional tips for maximizing access? Ensuring access for people with disabilities at your event starts from the very beginning of your planning process and takes into consideration everything from location and facility, to registration, to promotional materials, to room set-up, to on-site accommodations. To successfully meet the needs of your attendees with disabilities, as well as your legal obligations, access must be considered at every step of your event planning process.
Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault & Stalking Prevention and Intervention in Rural Native American Communities: Training, Research and Education Programs
A comprehensive training manual for rural Native American communities addressing domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking through training, research and educational programming. Note: This document provides a general overview. When developing a plan for your community, look to your own tribal codes and state and federal laws concerning confidentiality and explore methods which can be used in the civil or criminal justice arenas which would enhance victim safety.
FAQ's on Survivor Confidentiality Releases
This document addresses common questions regarding confidentiality and releases of information. It takes into account the confidentiality and privacy provisions in the U.S. federal Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act of 2005 (VAWA 2005). In analyzing the meaning and application of the confidentiality and privacy provisions of VAWA 2005, the purpose of the statute (to protect adult, youth, and child victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking and their families) must be kept at the forefront.
Federal Interstate Stalking Law
Provides definitions and interpretations of the Federal Interstate Stalking Law.
Frequently Asked Questions about U.S. Federal Laws & Confidentiality for Survivors
This piece addresses common confidentiality questions about several U.S. federal laws that may impact victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It highlights key confidentiality and privacy provisions in 2005 reauthorization of the Violence Against Women and Department of Justice Reauthorization Act (VAWA) and the 2010 reauthorization of the Family Violence Prevention Services Act (FVPSA). With VAWA confidentiality provisions in mind, it also answers questions regarding the following U.S. federal laws: The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics (Clery), the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA), and, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
GPS Monitoring of Offenders
This Tip Sheet on GPS Monitoring of Offenders was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. The document looks at how the technology works, how agencies and partnerships are using it, benefits and risks, and things to consider when contemplating GPS Monitoring of Offenders.
Having A Problem With An Account?
Technology helps victims flee violent batterers or stalkers, but various technologies in the hands of abusers and perpetrators can be dangerous and violate privacy. This document provides the contact information for customer support for many common internet and mobile phone accounts.
High-Tech Stalking
This Tip Sheet on High-Tech Stalking was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. Stalkers are increasingly misusing a variety of telephone, surveillance, and computer technologies to harass, terrify, intimidate, coerce, and monitor former and current intimate partners. Perpetrators are also misusing technology to stalk before, during, and after perpetrating sexual violence. This document looks at how the technology works, how agencies and partnerships are using it, benefits and risks, and things to consider regarding High-Tech Stalking.
How to Start and Facilitate a Support Group for Victims of Stalking
The purpose of How to Start and Facilitate a Support Group for Victims of Stalking is to guide victim service providers, volunteers, and other concerned community members on how to initiate and implement a stalking support group. This handbook provides recommendations on how to locate partners and community support, identify resources, and engage victims who would like to participate in a stalking support group. It offers guidance on how to choose a leader or facilitator, how to prepare the leader, and how to run support group sessions that help members cope with the impact of stalking.
Leadership + Systems Change = Sustainability (PDF)
"The purpose of this report is to provide a summary of the Leadership + Systems Change = Sustainability pilot program, including initial outcomes. It draws extensively upon the stories and experiences of the advocates and faith leaders who worked in partnership with TC-TAT as well as from evaluations throughout the pilot program."
Model Campus Stalking Policy (PDF)
The Stalking Resource Center, a program of the National Center for Victims of Crime, partnered with the California Coalition Against Sexual Assault (CALCASA) to publish this model campus policy on stalking. Numerous colleges and universities across the country contact the Stalking Resource Center each year, requesting assistance on how to address stalking on campuses. Along with requests for technical assistance, schools have asked for examples of stalking policies they could adapt and implement on their campuses. This document is a direct response to those inquiries.
Online Privacy & Safety Tips
Browsing the web safely and privately is concern for many people. A good general rule is that nothing online is private. Another general rule is that you can’t be completely anonymous online. However, you can take steps to prevent sensitive and personal information from making its rounds on the Web..This Tip Sheet on Online Privacy & Safety Tips was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking.
Privacy Considerations When Posting Content Online
This Tip Sheet on Privacy Considerations When Posting Content Online was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. For those who want to be more protective of their online information, here are some questions to consider when posting content online.
Protection Order Registries and Databases
This Tip Sheet on Protection Order Registries and Databases was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. The document looks at how the technology works, how agencies and partnerships are using it, benefits and risks, and things to consider when using Protection Order Registries and Databases.
Selecting a Database (PDF)
This chart provides agencies with an easy way to answer key questions to consider when selecting a database. The chart has sections that list questions for agencies to answer regarding: (1) general technical information, (2) data entry, (3) modifying fields and screens, (4) permissions and access, (5) reports, (6) data storage, (7) confidentiality and data ownership, and (8) breeches, liability and notice.
Summary of U.S. State Laws Related to Advocate Confidentiality (PDF)
This chart provides a summary of U.S. state laws related to advocate confidentiality. The chart includes the following sections (1) state, (2) summary, (3) privilege, and, (4) definitions.
Technology Safety Quick Tips
This Tip Sheet on Technology Safety Quick Tips was developed to help agencies and communities respond effectively to the ways that technology impacts victims of domestic and dating violence, sexual violence and stalking. This document describes different devices, risks to consider when choosing a device, and safety strategies that can be utilized for each device.
Teen Tools: Help for Teenage Victims of Crime
This is a resource sheet for teenage victims of crime.
The Facts about Stalking
This fact sheet provides current information and statistics on stalking. Information includes a working definition, exploration of different forms of stalking and legal protections for victims of stalking.
The Full Faith and Credit Project
An overview of the Full Faith and Credit Project, including their history, mission, and plans for the future. Updated June 2000.
The Snapshot Project
A project that gathered statistics and vignettes from states, tribes and local communities, in order to highlight changes that have occurred as a result of funding through the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).
The Violence Against Women Act: A Housing Toolkit for Advocates (PDF)
"The toolkit is designed to provide advocates with an overview of VAWA’s housing provisions and includes administrative guidance, recent legal developments, and sample advocacy materials."
Toolkit to End Violence Against Women (PDF)
To provide concrete guidance to communities, policy leaders, and individuals engaged in activities to end violence against women developed the Toolkit To End Violence Against Women. The recommendations contained in the Toolkit were reviewed by numerous experts in the fields of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking. Each Toolkit chapter focuses on a particular audience or environment and includes recommendations for strengthening prevention efforts and improving services and advocacy for victims.
Workplaces Respond to Domestic and Sexual Violence: A National Resource Center
The Workplaces Respond to Domestic and Sexual Violence: A National Resource Center project offers information on the Internet for the benefit of those interested in providing effective workplace responses to victims of domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence and stalking. Funded by the U.S. Department of Justice Office on Violence Against Women, the Workplaces Respond project is a partnership of the Family Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF), Legal Momentum, Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape and its National Sexual Violence Resource Center, Resource Sharing Project of the Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault, American Bar Association Commission on Domestic Violence, Corporate Alliance to End Partner Violence, and Victim Rights Law Center.