Crime Survivors News

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A 24-hour snapshot of domestic violence services in Oregon highlights the life-saving advocacy of domestic violence programs--and the consequences of a lack of funding.
Helping the Victims of Domestic Violence
This Guest Editorial highlights the need for safe shelter, services, and workplace accommodations for domestic violence survivors. (The Oregonian)
House Human Services Committee Focuses on DV
Since Nov, 19 women and children have lost their lives to domestic violence. On Feb 19, the House Human Services Committee heard from service providers and allied professionals about how Oregon can better respond to DV.
New Law Protects Sexual Assault Survivors from Insurance Discrimination
New legislation, passed by the OR House and Senate, ensures that insurance companies can't consider sexual assault a "preexisting condition."
OR Legislators Pass Human Trafficking Bill
New legislation, passed by the House and Senate, will make it easier for trafficking victims (often sexually-exploited adolescents) to find help. (The Oregonian)
We all can help victims, survivors of abuse
The community is asking why 12 women and 3 children have been murdered in OR in less than 2 months. Women's crisis centers, like Mid-Valley Women's Crisis Service, are trying to answer those questions and support survivors in our community. (Statesman Journal)
President Obama Nominates OVC Director
On Dec. 22, 2009, President Obama nominated Beatrice Hanson to direct the Office for Victims of Crime in the U.S. Department of Justice.
Domestic violence murders: Community and victims cry out for solutions
In the last month, 18 people have lost their lives in domestic violence murder-suicides. Community leaders speak out. (Oregonian Op-Ed)
Taking Charge of the Holidays as a Crime Survivor
PSJ wishes for a hopeful and happy season for all. We've put together this article of tips and resources for crime survivors on managing the holidays.
Surviving Crime & Substance Abuse: Building Pathways to Health & Hope
Finding help and support after surviving crime isn't easy. Crime Survivors Program Director Kerry Naughton writes about the struggles and hope of crime survivors in the wake of their traumatic experience.