Technical Assistance

Since accepting its first call in 1994, NRCDV has responded to more than 60,000 requests for technical assistance (TA) on a broad range of topics.

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We define TA as the sharing of information, resources, referrals, and/or materials on topics related to domestic violence.

Who does NRCDV assist?

NRCDV provides a wide range of free, comprehensive, and individualized TA to a broad range of constituents, including but not limited to:

  • Advocates seeking best practices information to enhance their services to trauma survivors
  • Social workers seeking age-appropriate books to use with children who have been exposed to domestic violence
  • Media professionals seeking statistics and recommended sources to quote in their stories
  • Policymakers seeking input on policies and legislation to protect survivors and their children 
  • Students seeking to learn more about domestic violence and ask questions for school projects
  • Family and friends seeking suggestions on how to help a loved one or how to get involved in helping end domestic violence in their communities
  • Employers who wish to strengthen their workplace’s response to domestic violence
  • Professionals seeking awareness materials to display in their agencies or to handout at community events
  • Anyone seeking information related to domestic violence and intersecting issues

 

In addition to responding directly to TA requests, NRCDV engages in proactive TA by developing and disseminating online resources. An important part of all of NRCDV’s projects and initiatives, NRCDV’s resource development efforts reflect our commitment to offering free and accessible materials to all with an interest ending domestic violence.

NRCDV works in collaboration with partners across disciplines to create written materials, training tools, and audio/visual resources that promote empowering, trauma-informed, asset-based and culturally relevant responses to domestic violence.

How Can We Help?

To request technical assistance, submit the form on the left or contact a Technical Assistance Specialist directly.

Please allow 3-5 business days for response.

VAWnet Online Library

Browse thousands of research articles, practice tools, and special collections on domestic violence and intersecting issues.

SAFETY ALERT:

If you are in danger, please use a safer computer and consider calling 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 / TTY 1-800-787-3224 or the StrongHearts Native Helpline at 1−844-762-8483 (call or text) are available to assist you.

NRCDV does not provide direct services (for example: shelter, legal advocacy, counseling, etc.). We support organizations who directly serve victims and survivors of domestic violence.

Please review these safety tips.

The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence