Welcome to the 15th issue of COLLECTIVE VOICE, a Newsletter by the Crossing Borders Project.
Collective Voice provides updates, information and news regarding immigration, domestic and sexual violence.
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February was Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Break the Cycle empowers youth to end domestic violence. Not all Teens know their rights. Check out and share with Teens Dating Violence Laws and their Rights.
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Ever wonder on how to start a conversation with Latin@ survivors?
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Our sister Coalition, the Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs, have great advocacy considerations for working with Latin@ survivors. |
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Language Access - How YOU can contribute!
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The Washington State Coalition for Language Access is asking interpreters and translators to register their profile. Spread the word and let's help build resources to interpreters and translators in Washington! Also, here is the YouTube presentation about the upcoming directory.
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Advocates, share this letter from the Department of Homeland Security with local law enforcement officers as well as your local interpreter services. The Department of Homeland Security has issued a memorandum stating that local law enforcement agencies must utilize local translation services, absent other circumstances. |
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What is a Legislative Proposal for Comprehensive Immigration Reform?
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Empowering Women to Access Justice
Advocates! The International Developmental Law Organization published a report that shows that "by empowering women to claim their rights, women are better equipped to bring about change in their communities." Read the full report. |
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Looking for training related to your work with immigrant survivors of abuse? |
Please visit the National Online Resource Center on Violence Against Women and register for their webinars and trainings. In addition, you will find a vast array of information and free online trainings on domestic violence and sexual assault. |