Sentences with phrase «for victims of domestic violence»

The governor's plan includes a zero tolerance policy on sexual harassment, equal pay provisions, and greater protections for victims of domestic violence and women forced into sex trafficking.

This position will work collaboratively with the existing services for victims of domestic violence to ensure victims have access to the supports they need at every stage of the court process.

He has served as an advocate for victims of domestic violence, and his pro bono efforts have helped his clients to improve their quality of life through education and professional opportunities.

In addition to private practice, my professional experience includes individual and group counseling in shelters for victims of domestic violence, in school settings, and in assisted living centers.

In order to help both humans and the animals they love, we offer 24/7 help for victims of domestic violence who are concerned about the safety of their pets.

Also a special program for victims of domestic violence so they don't have to leave their pets behind.

In addition, a judge may excuse the notice requirement for a victim of domestic violence or where the child's safety could be in danger.

Exhibit two: high court action against restrictions for legal aid available for victims of domestic violence.

They include rental assistance for families who have been homeless for two years or more, and rent subsidies for victims of domestic violence with children.

This can be good news for victims of domestic violence.

The most dangerous time period for a victim of domestic violence occurs when he or she attempts to leave the relationship.

Violence Against Women: A discussion of federal and provincial laws dealing with criminal harassment and protection for victims of domestic violence.

Participants were recruited from community mental health centers and local shelters for victims of domestic violence and sexual / physical abuse.

Funded by the Ministry of the Attorney General (MAG) this program provides assistance and support for victims of domestic violence who are involved in the Family Court process.

Legislation Commented On: Bill 204: Residential Tenancies (Safer Spaces for Victims of Domestic Violence) Amendment Act, 2015

RedRover also offers financial assistance for victims of domestic violence and their pets.

Domestic violence evidence criteria: the Court of Appeal ruled that the regulation setting out the evidence criteria for victims of domestic violence applying for legal aid was invalid, insofar as it required evidence of domestic violence within a 24 month period before the application for legal aid and does not cater for victims of financial abuse.

the Court of Appeal ruled that the regulation setting out the evidence criteria for victims of domestic violence applying for legal aid was invalid, insofar as it required evidence of domestic violence within a 24 month period before the application for legal aid and does not cater for victims of financial abuse.

For example, in 2013 alone, Oregon has considered changing its policies on sick leave, bereavement leave, leave for victims of domestic violence, social media privacy rights of employees, police officers» unions, and the Public Employees Retirement System.

To advocate for victims of domestic violence in all family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, restraining orders; to empower immigrants with family law issues.

The Retreat's programs include a residential shelter for women and children, a 24 - hour domestic violence hotline, individual and group counseling, legal advocacy for all victims of domestic violence, programs to engage troubled fathers and other men who may be at - risk of committing family violence, and an in - school violence prevention education program taught in local area schools.

While 32 states have adopted similar legislation, PAWS would ensure such protections under federal law for all victims of domestic violence.

Thanks to a $ 100,000 subgrant of federal STOP grant funds awarded by the Director of State Courts Office, Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services in Oshkosh has begun funding legal representation for victims of domestic violence who need representation in family law matters.

She has been an advocate for victims of Domestic Violence as well as Victims of Sex Trafficking.

Clark founded Eve's Place, a safe house for victims of domestic violence.

Labour does not offer a great deal more, focused primarily on low - cost initiatives and on changing mindsets, although the party does also offer a National Refuge Fund and wider access to Legal Aid for victims of domestic violence.

Knock Out Violence, our partnership with the Tulsa Drillers, is a fun, affordable, and effective event that raises funds for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in our community.

Counselling for victims of domestic violence and their concerned friends, and counselling for people who commit domestic violence.

Hochul concluded the presentation by talking about her mother, who was an advocate for victims of domestic violence before people really knew what domestic violence was.

«She's fought to ease the burdens of excessive fees and tolls for hard - working Americans and has worked to create a transitional home for victims of domestic violence.

To this end, he said the DSVRT would on Friday, June 3, hold a free clinic for victims of domestic violence, rape at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa Secretariat, while they can seek counselling with trained professionals via their hotline on 08137960048.

We plan to build a new, nearly 21,000 - square - foot branch topped by 49 units of affordable housing — including 9 units reserved for victims of domestic violence.

Exceptions will be made for victims of domestic violence.

Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) No - Cost Kenneling for Victims of Domestic Violence Since 2010, MACC has been a proud partner with the Minnesota Alliance for Family & Animal Safety (MNAFAS).

Temporary Shelter Partnerships We have partnerships with the Abused Woman's Advocacy Project and our two local hospitals to provide temporary, short term care for the victims of domestic violence and hospital patients.

Amnesty International International Secretariat research on the human rights impact of legal aid cuts in the UK As part of this research, described below, Amnesty International International Secretariat would like to interview lawyers and others providing front line services (eg those who run advice lines and centres, or drop - in - centres for victims of domestic violence, or children) about their experiences following the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012.

Following the Norgrove Review, legal aid for family law was severely curtailed under the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 for all cases except for victims of domestic violence.

The Court of Appeal found that the Regulations were unlawful as they required «verifications of domestic violence to be given within a 24 - month period before any application for legal aid» and because they did «not cater for victims of domestic violence who have suffered from financial abuse».

Public funds were specifically preserved for the victims of domestic violence under LASPO.

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The evidential criteria which must be met for victims of domestic violence to access legal aid in private family law cases, may be preventing a proportion of victims from qualifying for assistance.

The authors note that additional research needs to be undertaken to find out «whether the revisions made to residential tenancy law in other jurisdictions has been helpful for victims of domestic violence» (at 10, 56).

Their research into the rental housing legal context for victims of domestic violence included interviews with five key informants and three focus groups.

The Harsh Reality of Choosing between Safety and Housing: Solutions for Victims of Domestic Violence, 93 WOMEN LAWYERS JOURNAL (2008).

Conflicting no contact orders granted in the same or a different jurisdiction are thus a real possibility and can present safety issues for victims of domestic violence just as the non-enforceability of orders granted in other jurisdictions can.

CPLEA has developed a tipsheet on the new amendments to the Alberta Residential Tenancies Act that allow for victims of domestic violence to break a lease early, without financial penalty, if their home is unsafe.