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Immigrant Women & Domestic Violence

• Introduction
• Domestic violence in immigrant communities
• Barriers to accessing services
• Legal protections available
• Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)
• U visa
• VAWA Confidentiality
• International laws
• Language Access Rights
• Public benefits available
• Medicaid and Temporary Assistance
• Temporary housing
• Enhancing services for immigrant women
• Community outreach
• Language Access for Limited English Proficient (LEP) Survivors
• Information for survivors of domestic violence
• Training Materials
• Organizations

The term “immigrant women” refers to women from varied socio-cultural, economic, and education backgrounds. They are women who have lived in the U.S. for one month as well as women who have lived here for many years. They have different histories and biographies, including their experiences in their country of origin, of their journey from their home country, of the immigration process, and of living in the U.S. Many immigrant women are U.S. citizens or possess various types of immigration statuses, and some may be undocumented. This diversity among immigrant women also extends to their experiences of domestic violence.

While there are differences in domestic violence experienced by immigrant women, there may be commonalities, such as patterns of abuse, challenges, and barriers to seeking help. Similarly, domestic violence service providers may face common challenges in offering services to immigrant women survivors. These challenges and barriers could be related to the survivors’ immigration status, eligibility for public assistance, cultural practices, English language proficiency, etc. This special collection explores the complex experiences of immigrant survivors and includes resources to support their path to safety and justice. It also includes resources that help service providers respond effectively and appropriately to immigrant women who are experiencing domestic violence.