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News & Events
Featuring the latest news and events about violence against women with disabilities and Deaf women, as well as other related topics, so you can stay informed and up-to-date about what's happening in the field.
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May 12, 2010
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May 12, 2010
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Signs the Abuser Registry Legislation into Law
Sep 18, 2009
Important Research Update
Aug 27, 2009
Illinois Legislative Announcement
The Accessing Safety Initiative is excited to announce that the Illinois Imagines collaboration have experienced two legislative victories this past month.
Jan 11, 2008
OVW Announces 2007 Recipients of the Education, Training and Enhanced Services to End Violence Against and Abuse of Women with Disabilities Grant Program
Nov 8, 2006
Accessing Safety Initiative Website Launched
November 8, 2006 marks the official launch of the Accessing Safety Initiative's website: http://www.accessingsafety.org.
Oct 11, 2006
OVW Announces 2006 Recipients of the Grants to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities
In October 2006, the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) announced the 15 communities chosen to receive funding under its Education and Technical Assistance Grants to End Violence Against Women with Disabilities program.
