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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jul 15

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth —a time to honor disabled joy and community, and to confront hard truths. Disabled people face some of the highest rates of sexual & domestic violence—and huge barriers to safety. Need support? Call: 800-838-8238 Text: 804-793-9999 Chat: vadata.org/chat Open 24/7/365

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jul 14

When summer hits, teens spend more time online—and that can open the door to digital dating abuse, coercion, and control. From nonconsensual image sharing to tracking through apps and devices, the risks are real—and rising. Our Hotline and Love is Respect are resources you can use if you need help.

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jul 8

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jul 8

In Q1 2025, thousands of survivors in VA reached out for help—and many were met with full shelters and stretched-thin services. The numbers tell a hard truth: violence is rising, and systems can’t keep up. Read. Share. Act. Survivors deserve more: bit.ly/3TSTb4B

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jul 4

This July 4th, remember: freedom isn’t real without safety, autonomy, and justice for all. Thousands of survivors in VA are still fighting for freedom from violence. Let’s build a Commonwealth where no one is left behind. Need support? Call 1-800-838-8238 | Text 804-793-9999 | Chat: vadata.org/chat

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jul 2

Rural hospitals are lifelines for survivors. But proposed Medicaid cuts in the “One Big Beautiful Bill” could close 6 VA hospitals—taking emergency care, forensic exams & trauma support with them. Speak up. Share. Call your reps: bit.ly/3I6Rj5P

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 30

Our 2024 Annual Report is here! It highlights survivor-led advocacy, community support, and systems change across VA. See what we’ve built together: equity, safety, healing. Read now: bit.ly/45tftRE

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 26

Policy Director, Sanu Dieng-Cooper, spent #AdvocacyDays on the Hill urging @bobbyscott.house.gov, @mcclellan.house.gov, Rep. Rob Wittman, @kaine.senate.gov, and @markwarner.bsky.social to support survivors. Grateful for meaningful convos. The need is urgent—survivors can’t wait. Neither can we.

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 25

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 25

We're in DC for #AdvocacyDays with @nnedv.bsky.social, NAESV, & others from the movement to fight for survivors. #VOCA funds over 6,000 programs & 6M+ survivors yearly—but it's at risk. Congress must:
✅ Increase VOCA in FY26
✅ Protect tribal set-aside
✅ Use funds as intended
#SupportSurvivors #VOCA

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 20

DV & SV increase in summer due to heat, stress, alcohol, and idle time. You're not alone. Advocates at the Virginia Statewide Hotline are ready to listen and support you 24/7/365 or anyone you know that need help:
📞 800-838-8238
📱 Text: 804-793-9999
💬 Chat: vadata.org/chat/.

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 19

And this is why we have joined with 16 other state coalitions in a federal lawsuit challenging dangerous new restrictions on grants from the DOJ's OVW. We’re taking a stand to defend funding, uphold equity, and ensure every survivor has the fundamental right to access safety, healing, and justice.

Ms. Magazine @msmagazine.com · Jun 5

Slashed funding, mass firings and information purges have destabilized an infrastructure that took 40 years to build.

The Trump Administration Is Making the Country Less Safe for Domestic Violence Victims

Over the last four decades, the United States has built a web of federal policies and funding to address domestic and intimate partner violence, a pervasive health and safety crisis. In just 130 days...

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 16

We have joined 17 state coalitions in suing the DOJ over new OVW grant rules that threaten survivor services. The admin’s anti-immigrant, anti-trans, anti-equity agenda is not just harmful: it’s unlawful.
Full statement: bit.ly/4l6luYX
National release: bit.ly/44gD9aF
Legal filing: bit.ly/3FPJmkL

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 12

The “One Big Beautiful Bill” is anything but: IT'S UGLY. It guts housing aid survivors need to escape abuse. Without shelters & rental help, many face unsafe choices. Housing is survival. Call your senators—urge them to oppose the bill.
#StopTheBill #SupportSurvivors #HousingIsSafety

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · Jun 12

Survivors deserve safety—no matter their immigration status. But fear of ICE near shelters & courts keeps many silent or at risk. Some face deportation for seeking help. We need policies that protect, not punish.
#EndSurvivorSilence #ProtectNotPunish

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Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · May 27

Data shows that 93% of survivors accessing services in Virginia received help with healthcare coverage or costs. Medicaid cuts would rip away this vital support. Stripping Medicaid means fewer survivors get the life-saving care they need to recover and rebuild. Read more here: bit.ly/43snLGF

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · May 14

Survivors deserve resources, especially housing when they're fleeing an abuser. There's a deep connection between IPV and homelessness; it is not uncommon for survivors to choose a car or a public space over their home as the safest option in which to reside.

www.vpm.org/news/2025-05...

Murders highlight Chesterfield's need for intimate partner violence shelter

Almost 40% of the county’s 2024 homicides were from instances of IPV.

www.vpm.org

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · May 14

Congress wants to cut $290B from SNAP, a lifeline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. These cuts would eliminate benefits for millions, including survivors and children rebuilding after trauma. Survivors need support. Contact your Congressional legislators now and tell them to #SaveSNAP

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · May 6

For #AAPIHeritageMonth, we name barriers survivors face: stigma, language access, immigration fears, and distrust of systems. AAPI communities build solutions—advocacy, healing, multilingual services, survivor-led justice. We honor survivors by fighting for systems that see and hear them.

Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance @vsdvaa.bsky.social · May 5

Indigenous women face disproportionately high rates of sexual and domestic violence. In Virginia and across the U.S., many go missing or are murdered without answers or justice. We honor their lives and call for change, awareness, and protection. #MMIWG #NoMoreStolenSisters

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