Beyond Halal and Haram: Muslims, sex, and relationships
“The card provides information on healthy relationships and sex, guidance and resources for support, how to help a friend, and cultural and religious factors that play into decision-making.”
It’s About Trauma Brochure and Handout
“The It’s About Trauma three-page handout and brochure provide a culturally-based overview of what trauma is, how people respond differently to trauma, and Indigenous ways of healing.”
Escalation Of Abuse
“While it is impossible to predict what an abusive partner might do, in most abusive relationships the tactics of an abusive partner will escalate over time. This can make abuse seem normal and can happen in a way that a victim-survivor doesn’t notice as the abuse increases.”
If Someone You Love Has Been Raped Factsheet
“It is extremely important to know that your first response to your loved one that has been raped will impact how fast she is able to heal. Sometimes it is difficult to find words, to know what to say.”
Know the Laws – By State: Michigan
“[Find] state-specific laws that might be useful for victims and survivors of domestic violence. This information is written in a Q & A format and is meant to provide you with easy-to-understand information.”
MiCAL crisis helpline in Oakland County and Upper Peninsula
“MDHHS announces launch of pilot MiCAL crisis helpline in Oakland County and Upper Peninsula, services to be expanded statewide in coming months. Michiganders in Oakland County and the Upper Peninsula will be able to call, text or chat with MiCAL for free behavioral health crisis triage, support, resource information and referral to local services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. MiCAL can be reached via phone or text at 844-446-4225. Chat through Michigan.gov/MiCAL.”
Michigan Immigrant Service Provider Reference Guide
“This resource contains information about organizations throughout Michigan that provide services to immigrants. This resource is not intended to be an exhaustive list of agencies. Inclusion in this guide is not intended to be an endorsement of the quality of the agency’s services.”
Now Available! NIWRC Advocacy Curriculum
“This curriculum was created to support tribal programs in their efforts to provide advocacy and safety for survivors within their communities and make changes to end violence by embracing Indigenous culture. This curriculum provides comprehensive, basic information. The major use of this curriculum is for new advocates when other training is not immediately available, or cost prohibited.”
Helping Families Get Stimulus & Child Tax Credit Payments
In these powerpoint slides, review the background of the American Rescue Plan, basics of the stimulus payments and child tax credits, and learn how to help.
Gardens for Growing Healthy Communities
“A recently formed collaborative, Gardens for Growing Healthy Communities studies how community gardens in low- to moderate-income neighborhoods in Denver impact community health and translates findings for stakeholders. The project works to foster community well-being in inner-city neighborhoods by turning vacant lots into community gardens.”