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Breaking Barriers: Working with Latina/x/e Survivors
LA VIDA and MiVAN
March 2023
This trainings teaches advocates more about the experiences of Latina/x/e survivors, helps identify barriers to help seeking and engagement experienced by Latina/x/e survivors, and explores strategies for addressing barriers experienced by Latina/x/e survivors.
Garden of Truth: The Prostitution and Trafficking of Native Women in Minnesota
Minnesota Indian Women's Sexual Assault Coalition
October 2011
Since Native women are at exceptionally high risk for poverty, homelessness, and sexual violence which are elements in the trafficking of women, and because the needs of Native women are generally not being met, and because prostituted women are at extremely high risk for violence and emotional trauma, our goal was to assess the life circumstances of Native women in prostitution in Minnesota.
About Child Sex Trafficking
National Child Traumatic Stress Network
This helpful webpage talks about the definition of child sex trafficking, explains who is most vulnerable, talks about specific populations that are more at risk, and explains experiences of those who have been sex trafficked before, during, and after trafficking experience.
The Fight Against Child Trafficking
Save the Children
This webpage talks about the myths and facts of child trafficking, child trafficking in conflict zones, the particular effects on girls, and offers FAQs for child trafficking.
We don’t need heroes
India Development Review
October 2020
When it comes to human trafficking, we need to question the narrative around rescuing survivors.
Failed Interventions: Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, and the Criminalization of Survival
Michigan Law Review
November 2021
There has been no systematic overview of the statutes that require courts to consider a defendant’s history of trauma in the contexts of domestic violence and human trafficking. There has also been no attempt to explore how these statutes relate to each other. This Note fills those gaps. It also identifies essential elements future statutory interventions in these contexts must include in order to grant effective relief to survivor-defendants.
Resources Specific to Victims of Human Trafficking
Administration for Children and Families
This resource discusses how to implement a trauma-informed approach at the agency level when working with survivors of trafficking. It includes links to useful resources for further understanding.
A Comprehensive Perspective on Treating Victims of Human Trafficking
The Professional Counselor
March 2020
Providing treatment to survivors of human trafficking requires mental health professionals to understand complex layers of multiple traumas.
Caring for the Trafficked Patient: Ethical Challenges and Recommendations for Health Care Professionals
AMA Journal of Ethics
January 2017
This article includes a focus on trauma informed care, patient autonomy, and discussion of mandatory medical reporting issues.
Guiding Principals for Agencies Serving Survivors of Human Trafficking
The Southeast Regional Human Trafficking Advisory Group
October 2019
This framework is to guide and evaluate agencies providing services to victims of human trafficking. Peer-reviewed by OVC, there are sections of the guide that specifically addressed being trauma informed and victim centered.
Human Trafficking Training Development Guidance
US Department of State
February 2023
This training development handbook is a useful tool for those creating trainings to bring awareness to human trafficking. It includes information around definitions, data, resources, images, learning objectives, and more.
Trafficking in Persons Report
US Department of State
June 2021
This report includes comprehensive information and definitions, global scope, and specific survivor experiences.
Faces of Human Trafficking
Office for Victims of Crime
March 2015
This resource includes a video series, discussion guide, and fact sheets tailored to specific audiences, including service provides and allied professionals, law enforcement, the general public, and victims/survivors.
Human Trafficking Facts
Polaris
This webpage discusses facts, myths, and offers statistics related to human trafficking.
Human Trafficking Training
Polaris
Take this free introductory course, Human Trafficking 101, to learn what human trafficking really is, how it happens, and how you can be part of the solution.
Identify and Assist a Trafficking Victim
US Department of State
Knowing indicators of human trafficking and some follow up questions will help you act on your gut feeling that something is wrong and report it.
Healthy Relationships Wheel for Muslim Families
Peaceful Families Project
This adaptation of the Duluth Models provides references to the Quran highlighting the way Islamic teachings provide a model for healthy relationships.
Power and Control Wheel for Muslim Families
Peaceful Families Project
This adaptation of the Duluth Model highlights the kinds of behaviors found in Muslim homes where DV is present.
Guide to Understanding Halal Foods
Toronto Public Health
March 2004
This guide provides information about foods that are acceptable under Islamic dietary laws or Halal, meaning lawful or permitted.
How can domestic violence advocates better serve Muslim women in shelter?
VAWnet and Peaceful Family Project
January 2020
This blog provides insights to help domestic violence shelters build capacity to serve diverse populations and strive to become culturally competent and understand how they can have a direct impact on the outcome of the Muslim survivor’s path.
Domestic Violence Survivors Toolkit (Muslim)
Peaceful Families Project
This toolkit includes valuable information and messages directed to survivors as well as information for communities and providers.
Power and Control Wheel for Immigrant Women
Futures Without Violence
“This version of the Power and Control wheel, adapted with permission from the Domestic Abuse Intervention Project in Duluth, Minnesota, focuses on some of the many ways battered immigrant women can be abused.”
Domestic Violence in Immigrant Communities
VAWnet
This collection presents information on domestic violence in immigrant communities, including its prevalence and the nature of power and control used against immigrant survivors.
Arab Americans: History, Culture, Contributions
Arab American National Museum
March 2020
This publication, created by Michigan’s Arab American National Museum, includes valuable information about Arab American history, culture, and contributions.
Bias Busters: Cultural competence guides. Chaldean Americans
Bias Buster guides are created with journalists in mind but contain important information about questions that people have but may be hesitant to ask. This guide contains information about being more culturally competent in interactions with Chaldean Americans.
Bias Busters: Cultural competence guides. Arab Americans
Bias Buster guides are created with journalists in mind but contain important information about questions that people have but may be hesitant to ask. This guide contains information about being more culturally competent in interactions with Arab Americans.
AAPI In-Language Resources
Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-based Violence (API-GBV)
A collection of resources related to domestic violence, sexual assault, safety planning, and other related topics in Asian and Pacific Islander languages, along with English versions (where available).
Islamic Marriage Contracts
Asian-Pacific Institute on Gender-based Violence (API-GBV)
March 2012
This resource is meant to provide and clarify information about Islam and gender equality in marriage and divorce, to direct readers to the best practices that safeguard women’s rights and interests, to promote wellbeing and balance for all parties, and to nurture communities.
Domestic Abuse and the Arab Community
CUNY Academic Commons
This site focuses particularly on domestic abuse in Arab Immigrant communities; its main focus is to shed light on domestic abuse and violence and how the Arab community responds to abuse or is influenced by traditions and culture in Arab immigrant communities.
I’m Muslim and I Might Not Be Straight: A Resource For LGBTQ+ Muslim Youth
Advocates for Youth
November 2018
This resource is for young Muslims who want support around their various complicated identities, from religion to sexual orientation and gender identity.
I’m Muslim and My Gender Doesn’t Fit Me: A Resource for Trans Muslim Youth
Advocates for Youth
June 2019
The goal of this resource is to validate, support and guide young Muslims trying to understand their gender identity, as well as answer the questions they might have about gender, religion, sexual health and sexuality.
Let’s Talk About Sex (Education): A Guide to Effective Programming for Muslim Youth
HEART
July 2020
Allies can learn what it takes to design a sexual health program for American Muslim young women and find useful steps on how to do so in a way that is accurate and comprehensive while still taking into consideration their cultural and religious context.
Domestic Violence: a conversation with Mona Makki, an Arab American expert
Arab American Café
March 2021
In this Arab American Café episode, a conversation with Mona Makki explores how pressure from family, community, or faith leaders can be a barrier to help-seeking.
What Do Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse Believe Will Facilitate Early Disclosure of Sexual Abuse?
Frontiers
June 2021
The purpose of this study was to explore what adult survivors of child sexual abuse (CSA) believe will facilitate early disclosure of sexual abuse.
Responding to child maltreatment: A clinical handbook for health professionals
World Health Organization
January 2022
This in-depth handbook discusses understanding, identifying, and responding to child maltreatment as well as taking care of the provider's own mental health. This handbook is intended primarily for front-line health care providers who are likely to see children (among other clients) in their day-to-day practice. It may also benefit other professionals.
National Statistics on Child Abuse
National Children's Alliance
This webpage looks at the scope of child abuse in the USA, the impact of abuse, where and how child abuse happens, and discusses how CACs can help.
Breaking Down Barriers: Navigating the Cultural Impact on Child Abuse Cases
National Crimes Against Children Investigators Association
July 2023
This article explores how cultural influences impact the expression of child abuse and the willingness to report and cooperate with authorities during investigations.
Child Sexual Abuse Statistics
Darkness to Light
The statistics and facts [on this webpage] can help you understand what child sexual abuse is, the risk factors and consequences for survivors, and how to identify and report suspected abuse.
Childhelp Hotline
Childhelp Hotline
The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline is a safe, nonjudgmental and inclusive space for those concerned about or affected by child abuse. It is NOT a reporting line for child abuse.
Protective Factors Approaches in Child Welfare
Child Welfare Information Gateway
March 2020
This issue brief provides an overview of national protective factors approaches to prevent child abuse and neglect.
Vicarious (Secondary) Trauma and Self-Care Resource
Visible
January 2019
We can’t avoid vicarious trauma in health and social care work, but we can mitigate the risk and minimise the impacts. This handout has several sections to facilitate self-help, including ways to cope, self reflection questions, what organizations can do, and more.
The Connection Between Social Work and Secondary Trauma
Good Therapy
February 2020
Chronic exposure to other people’s suffering is itself a form of trauma. Social workers can suffer secondary or vicarious trauma, which may trigger burnout, stymie their ability to support clients, and trigger chronic mental health issues.
What Is Vicarious Trauma, And What Are Its Long-Term Effects?
Betterhelp
March 2023
This article aims to provide an introduction to vicarious trauma, a description of symptoms, and an explanation of the difference between vicarious trauma and PTSD. We will also explore the potential side effects of vicarious trauma, as well as possible treatments and management strategies.
Identifying and Addressing Vicarious Trauma
American Family Physician
May 2021
This article discusses risk and protective factors for vicarious trauma overall with a specific focus on healthcare settings. It offers case scenarios to consider when discussing these ideas.
Understanding vicarious trauma
Dr. Jonathon Louth
May 2020
This article summary discusses research done and its conclusions about the correlation between work satisfaction and compassion fatigue, the importance of boundary setting and information support networks, and more.
Survivors of Homicide Victims
Parents of Murdered Children
The purpose of this Information Bulletin is to describe some of the concerns of survivors of homicide victims, discuss some of the problems and situations they face in day-to-day life, and suggest some guidelines for providing support and assistance to them.
Grief and Support Resources
Dougy Center
Dougy Center offers a wide range of resources for people of all ages who are grieving before and after a death. These resources are separated by age group: Kids 0-12, Teens 13-18, Young Adults, Parents and Caregivers, and more.
Homicide and Grief
Victim Connect
March 2024
This webpage offers information about grief as it relates to homicide. It talks about normal grief reactions following homicide, how to address the grief, and offers resources for support, including a phone help line and a resource map.
Homicide Victims/Co-Survivors
Office for Victims of Crime
May 2020
This OVC webpage offers a number of resources for a deeper understanding of the topic and to support survivors.
Promising Practices: Multidisciplinary Responses to Complex Homicide Cases
National Center for Victims of Crime
March 2016
This report discusses building multidisciplinary teams for responding to homicide cases. It touches on building such a team, improving response, challenges, and offers other resources.