Verbal domestic violence is emotionally a silent killer. What is Domestic Violence? In the U.S. and more than 80 countries, domestic violence is a crime. It is defined as a pattern of abusive tactics perpetrated by a spouse, partner or significant … Read More »
Legal Information, Resources
Single moms are often in need of legal resources while fighting nasty custody battles or abusive relationships. Information is available on pro bono legal services for needy single moms.
Financial Guide Through a Divorce
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Going through a divorce by all means is not easy. Even coming to the realization that you want a divorce or your partner wants to separate, can all be overwhelming. That’s just the beginning; divorces can get ugly when it comes to dividing all … Read More »
Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP)
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CLASP is a national nonprofit that works to improve the lives of low-income people. CLASP’s mission is to improve the economic security, educational and workforce prospects, and family stability of low-income parents, children, and youth and to … Read More »
Volunteer Legal Services Program (VLSP)
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VLSP is one of the nation's premiere providers of pro bono legal services. Founded by The Bar Association of San Francisco in 1977, VLSP is a nonprofit provider of free legal and social services to low income individuals and families. 465 … Read More »
Legal Services Corporation (LCS)
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LSC provides civil legal assistance to those in need. LSC funds 138 legal aid programs with over 900 offices around the nation to help poor Americans gain equal access to the judicial system. Legal Services Corporation 3333 K Street, NW, 3rd … Read More »
National Domestic Violence Hotline
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Are You Being Abused? Does the person you love: Threaten to hurt you or your children? Say it's your fault if he or she hits you, promises it won't happen again, but it does? Put you down in public or keep you from contacting family or … Read More »
Resources for Victims of Dating Abuse
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For immediate help: National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline - The opportunity to speak one-on-one with a trained Peer Advocate who can offer support and connect you to resources 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 1-866-331-9474 or 1-866-331-8453 … Read More »
Resources for Children Affected by Domestic Violence
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For immediate help: Childhelp - Childhelp exists to meet the physical, emotional, educational and spiritual needs of abused, neglected and at-risk children. This organization focuses its efforts on advocacy, prevention, treatment and community … Read More »
From Sex Abuse Victim to Legal Advocate
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Armed with a law degree, an SUV that serves as a mobile office and her own harrowing personal history, 58-year-old trucker-turned-lawyer Wynona Ward navigates the back roads of rural Vermont. Her mission: to aid victims of domestic … Read More »
Facing an Unintended Pregnancy? Considering Adoption?
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Imagine facing an unintended pregnancy while single, lacking financial resources or other types of support necessary to raise a child. Unfortunately, many pregnant women struggle with this dilemma and are faced with the question: Am I capable of … Read More »
Basic Legal Recommendations for Women
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According to Toledo attorney, Stephen Pennington, there are some fundamental legal concerns that every woman should understand, plan, and prepare for in order to best protect her financial assets in lieu of a possible divorce, death of a spouse, or … Read More »
Have Justice – Will Travel, Inc. (HJWT)
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HJWT provides in-home consultations, transportation to and from court hearings, and free legal representation for protective orders and family law issues for low income battered women and their children. The HJWT model considers the entire spectrum … Read More »
National Partnership for Women & Families
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The National Partnership for Women & Families is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that uses public education and advocacy to promote fairness in the workplace, quality health care, and policies that help women and men meet the dual demands … Read More »
National Criminal Justice Reference Service (NCJRS)
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NCJRS offers a range of services and resources, balancing the information needs of the field with the technological means to receive and access support. More information here … Read More »
Legal Momentum (formerly NOW)
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Advancing Women’s Rights Since 1970 Founded in 1970 as NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund, Legal Momentum is the nation's oldest legal advocacy organization dedicated to advancing the rights of women and girls. Legal Momentum is a leader in … Read More »
National Consumers League’s Fraud Center
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NCL gives consumers the information they need to avoid becoming victims of telemarketing and Internet fraud and to help them get their complaints to law enforcement agencies quickly and easily. More information here … Read More »
National Archive of Criminal Justice Data
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Facilitates research in criminal justice and criminology, through the preservation, enhancement, and sharing of computerized data resources; through the production of original research based on archived data; and through specialized training … Read More »
GetNetWise
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GetNetWise is a public service brought to you by Internet industry corporations and public interest organizations to help ensure that Internet users have safe, constructive, and educational or entertaining online experiences. The GetNetWise coalition … Read More »
CyberAngels
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When Curtis Sliwa founded The Guardian Angels in 1979, the safety risks facing New Yorkers were daunting and obvious. Yet today our children face even greater threats in the online world - insidious because they elude detection, making them difficult … Read More »
