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DECEMBER 2021
NEWS & UPDATES
Volume 19 | Issue 12
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This year, we are joining domestic violence programs across the country for #GiveForDV, a campaign that calls on individuals to step up and give back to support survivors of domestic and sexual violence, and the programs that help them find safety. #Every1KnowsSome1 who has suffered abuse; 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men experience severe physical violence in their lifetimes, but abuse is so much more than physical - it's psychological, emotional, verbal and financial, too. Help us build a safer New York by participating in #GiveForDV.
Here are some ways you can support the #GiveForDV campaign this December:
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Spread the word! Follow NYSCADV on our social media platforms. Encourage your friends and family to join you in supporting NYSCADV's work. Share what our mission means to you and why you support NYSCADV.
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Join our Facebook Fundraising Challenge! Set up your own Facebook fundraiser supporting NYSCADV. Any fundraiser that raises $100 by December 31 will be entered into a raffle to win a $50 gift card!
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Special Thanks to #GiveforDV Sponsor, CDPHP!
We are grateful that our sponsor and supporter, CDPHP, is partnering with us on our #GiveforDV initiative in New York.
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NYSCADV Advocates for Critical VOCA Reforms
Reform #1: Eliminate onerous law enforcement reporting requirements
NYSCADV, Safe Horizon, Common Justice and other stakeholders have been working with the state Office of Victim Services (OVS) on modifications to the state’s current requirements for individuals applying for VOCA compensation to report information to or collaborate with law enforcement. Countless people impacted by violence and abuse are precluded from applying for VOCA compensation because of New York’s restrictive requirements. To support the working group’s efforts, we have developed a petition urging New York State to change the law enforcement documentation requirement to help ensure that all New Yorkers who are impacted by violence can access these critical funds. Please consider signing on and spreading the word.
Reform #2: Protect New York’s victim service organizations from drastic VOCA cuts
OVS has informed its VOCA sub-grantees to prepare for potential cuts to existing VOCA contracts. OVS says such cuts could be necessary until the Crime Victims Fund, which provides funding for VOCA state grants, is restored by the recently-approved VOCA Fix law. Restoration of the CVF, however, could take years. NYSCADV is urging New York State to create a temporary relief fund to compensate DV programs for these anticipated cuts so that victim service providers can remain whole. Some organizations rely on VOCA funding for as much as 60% of their operating revenue. Even relatively small reductions in grant funding will have significant impacts on victims and survivors across New York State.
Reform #3: Eliminate match requirements for federal funding grants
The VOCA Fix law requires state VOCA administrators to waive the 20% match requirement for victim service organizations for the duration of the COVID pandemic and one additional year. It also allows state VOCA administrators to waive sub-grantee match requirements at their discretion after the pandemic-related waiver expires. OVS has since announced its intention to waive match requirements for VOCA sub-grantees until Sept. 30, 2022. NYSCADV is working with its partners to urge New York State to make this change permanent and to eliminate all other match requirements for federally-funded grants.
If you would like to learn more about NYSCADV’s policy efforts, visit our website here.
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Prevention Summit
Join NYSCADV for our 7th Annual Prevention Summit as we explore effective approaches to preventing intimate partner violence before it begins.
December 6, 1pm: Prevention Educators Learning Exchange
December 13, 2pm: "You Throw Like a Girl" Screening & Discussion
December 15, 1pm: Athletes as Leaders: An Overview
For more information and to register, click here.
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The Advocates' Role in Supporting IPV Survivors Who Have Been Criminalized
Join NYSCADV for two events aimed at elevating the needs of survivors who have been criminalized as they navigate New York’s criminal justice system.
December 7, 2pm: A Conversation with IPV Survivors Who Have Been Criminalized
December 9, 2pm: Best Practices for Supporting IPV Survivors Who Have Been Criminalized
For more information and to register, click here.
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Continuum of Care Notice (CPD-2021-01)
The CoC Program is designed to promote a community-wide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness; to provide funding for efforts by nonprofit providers, states, and local governments to quickly rehouse homeless individuals, families, persons fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking; and youth while minimizing the trauma and dislocation caused by homelessness; to promote access to and effective utilization of mainstream programs by homeless individuals and families; and to optimize self-sufficiency among those experiencing homelessness.
Closing Date for Applications: Dec 31, 2021
The purpose of this IHS grant is to support the development and/or expansion of a Domestic Violence Prevention (DVP) program by incorporating prevention efforts addressing social, spiritual, physical, and emotional well-being of victims through the integration of culturally appropriate practices and trauma-informed services for Tribes, Tribal organizations, and Urban Indian organizations (UIO) serving the American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) population.
Closing Date for Applications: Feb 02, 2022
Domestic Violence Prevention Program: Forensic Healthcare Services (HHS-2022-IHS-FHC-0001)
The purpose of this IHS grant is to provide access to treatment for American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) victims of domestic and sexual violence by supporting the development of and/or expansion of Forensic Healthcare (FHC) services that are culturally appropriate and trauma-informed.
Closing Date for Applications: Feb 02, 2022
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Host a Fundraiser for NYSCADV!
Are you interested in hosting a fundraiser to support NYSCADV's work to end and prevent domestic violence? Reach out to NYSCADV's Deputy Director, Gina Peattie for more information.
GJ Attitude is a clothing company focused on projecting courage, confidence and power to women. The company is generously donating 5% of all sales to NYSCADV. Visit the GJ Attitude website by clicking here to view t-shirt collections and place an order. Thank you, GJ Attitude, for supporting NYSCADV's work!
Shop on Amazon Smile by following the link to Amazon Smile, login to your Amazon account, and select New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence as your charity of choice. Amazon gives to NYSCADV every time you shop!
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Support Bloomin' 4 Good at Hannaford!
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Throughout December, NYSCADV will receive a portion of every $12 Bloomin' 4 Good Bouquet (with the red circle sticker) sold at the Hannaford located at 900 Central Avenue, Albany.
Thank you for your support!
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