Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA)!
October marked the 40th anniversary of the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, a groundbreaking tenet of the federal government's response to domestic violence that continues to support the work of communities and organizations serving survivors and their families.
But we're not just celebrating a milestone. This special episode is an opportunity for listeners to learn directly from Director Shawndell Dawson about what's to come from the Office of Family Violence Prevention and Services (OFVPS). Tune in to hear Wendy's conversation with Director Dawson highlighting the possibilities for supporting survivors and whole families outside of criminal-legal systems, how OFVPS is partnering with and supporting the work of culturally specific organizations and tribal communities, and what policies and practices can lead to expanded health and economic access for families.
17 Oct 2024
This Can't Wait: Take Action for Black Birthing People and Their Babies
Virginia Duplessis brings a depth of wisdom to this episode to discuss the experiences of Black birthing people and the barriers they face in seeking quality health care – and how all of this impacts the safety and well-being of their children. As the Director of the National Health Resource Center on Domestic Violence, Associate Director of Health at Futures Without Violence, a mother, and a doula, Virginia offers multiple perspectives that underscore the need for us all to understand the inextricable link between gender-based violence and the high rates of harm of Black birthing people and their children.
Survivors are often prevented from seeking health care by the person using violence. This compounds with the fear survivors experience knowing that their children could be taken away (even immediately after birth) if they divulge that there is violence in the home. Systemic racism not only adds another barrier for Black birthing people, but is a root cause of the violence, harm, and even death they experience at higher rates due to racism in medical settings.
Where is the hope? Join us as we explore early prevention strategies, how providers can address bias in health care, and how we can better equip providers through universal education.
Additional Resources:
Safety and Justice for Black Birthing People Coalition (https://www.futureswithoutviolence.org/coalition-Safety_and_Justice_for_Black_Birthing_People)
Ujima: The National Center on Violence Against Women in the Black Community (https://ujimacommunity.org/racism-domestic-violence-black-maternal-mortality-what-can-advocates-do/)
Black Mamas Matter Alliance (https://blackmamasmatter.org/)
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