The mission of the Domestic Violence Initiative for women with disabilities (DVI) is to provide crisis intervention and education to women with disabilities who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, caretaker abuse, or stalking. Also, to provide community education training and technical assistance to agencies seeking knowledge of disability and accessibility issues.
Did you know?
Domestic violence is the most widespread, most under-reported crime in America.
One out of every 5 women has a disability, and disabled women are more likely to be abused.
The safety of women with disabilities is often jeopardized because information, resources, and services that address their needs are scarce.
Women with disabilities are less likely to report abuse because they often have limited job opportunities and lack the means with which to support themselves independently.
