Awareness and Prevention Resources
Domestic Violence consists of “Intimate Partner Violence,” which includes current and former spouses, current and former dating couples with or without a child in common and dating couples. This type of violence can occur among heterosexual or same-sex couples and does not require sexual intimacy. IPV can vary in frequency and severity. It occurs on […]
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Office of the Child Advocate To ensure the training needs of the child protection system are being met through ongoing, comprehensive, multi-disciplinary training opportunities on child abuse and/or neglect. Training and Certification – Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence Training initiatives include an annual conference, a semi-annual DV101 training, and issue-specific workshops on topics such as […]
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Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence Guide For Advocates The Guide provides practical tips and considerations to help advocates address the complex and unique needs of an immigrant victim. Information on the Legal Rights Available to Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families 1825 Faulkland Road Wilmington, […]
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State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Resources – Teen Dating Violence Awareness & Prevention Few of us are used to asking teenagers about their dating practices. Yet there is growing evidence that teens are abused by their boyfriends and girlfriends at rates comparable to those of long term adult relationships. Statistics show […]
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Teen Dating Violence DID YOU KNOW…. 8.9% of Delaware high school students have experienced physical dating violence. 10.4% of Delaware high school students have experienced sexual dating violence in the last year. Violent behavior typically begins between the ages of 12 and 18> 81% of parents believe teen dating violence is not an issue or […]
Read MoreSussex County Resources
State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Sussex County For a more extensive listing of services, please refer to the Victim Service Resource list. DVCC General Help Desk Not sure who to contact? Please submit general requests, comments or questions. We will make sure it is directed to the appropriate DVCC staff member.
Read MoreKent County Resources
State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Kent County For a more extensive listing of services, please refer to the Victim Service Resource list. DVCC General Help Desk Not sure who to contact? Please submit general requests, comments or questions. We will make sure it is directed to the appropriate DVCC staff member. […]
Read MoreNew Castle County Resources
State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council New Castle County For a more extensive listing of services, please refer to the Victim Service Resource list. DVCC General Help Desk Not sure who to contact? Please submit general requests, comments or questions. We will make sure it is directed to the appropriate DVCC staff […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence Intervention Certification Panel
Treatment Certification Documents | Evaluation of the Batterers’ Intervention Program (BIP) 2017 Full Report | Executive Summary – 2017 Batterers’ Intervention Program (BIP) The Domestic Violence Intervention Certification Panel (formerly Batterers’ Intervention Certification Panel) is a subcommittee of the Treatment Committee. The Panel is responsible for overseeing and ensuring that treatment programs meet all specified requirements of the […]
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Domestic Violence Intervention Certification Panel | Treatment Certification Documents Ensuring the quality and effectiveness of offender treatment is essential to promoting violence free behavior and enhancing victim safety. The Committee develops and reviews Domestic Violence Intervention (formerly batterers’ intervention) policies and procedures (Approved DVCC DVI Certification Standards 2023) which mandate specific credentials, education and training […]
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