Animal Abuse and Domestic Violence LINK Committee
Report Animal Cruelty Violation | Rehoming a pet | Department of Health and Social Services – Animal Cruelty |National Link Coalition In April 2022, Judge Jennifer Ranji of Family Court organized a half-day training event which brought together attorneys and non attorneys in the domestic violence, animal welfare, and child welfare sectors to learn how these cross-sector […]
Read MoreState of Delaware Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence and Stalking Policy
State of Delaware Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence and Stalking Policy Effective Date: September 23, 2021 This policy supersedes the State of Delaware Domestic Policy (02/16/2010; Amended 02/2016) Statement of Policy The State of Delaware (State) promotes the health and safety of State employees; creates a supportive workplace for employees who are survivors/victims of domestic violence, […]
Read MoreResources for Victims and Survivors
Victim Services Resource Guide (printable version) If there is a police emergency or medical treatment is needed call 911. Domestic Violence Intervention Program | Protection From Abuse Orders | PFA vs Criminal No Contact Order Victim Bill of Rights Hotlines and Crisis Services Domestic Violence Hotlines (including emergency safety/shelter needs) New Castle County 302-762-6110 New Castle […]
Read MoreTraining Committee
The Training Committee was established to identify domestic violence and sexual assault training needs throughout the State and to develop specific and multidisciplinary trainings. The explores a variety of mediums through which to offer trainings, including in-person trainings or conferences, as well as live and/or recorded webinars. The goals of the committee are as follows: […]
Read MoreChildren Resources
State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Children Resources Court Based Advocacy | Educating Delaware Students | Department of Justice – Family Division | Family Visitation Centers |LGBT Resources | Protection From Abuse (PFA) Orders | PFA_vs_NoContact | Teen Dating Resources Children who witness domestic violence may have the following symptoms eating, sleeping disorders; mood related disorders such as depression, emotional […]
Read MoreEducating Delaware Students
State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Schools – Educating Delaware Students In June 2012, the School Teen Dating Violence and Sexual Assault Bill, SB 206 (Title 14, Section 4166) was passed by the General Assembly. The legislation requires Delaware school districts and charter schools to establish a policy on responding to Teen Dating […]
Read MoreElderly and Disability Resources
Abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elders and other vulnerable adults have no boundaries and cross all racial, social class, gender and geographic lines. Abuse of vulnerable adults includes several types of violence that occur among those ages 60 and older and adult individuals who have mental or physical disability. The violence usually occurs at the […]
Read MoreBrochures, Shoe Card & Awareness Websites
State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Brochure, Shoe Card & Awareness Websites Please contact Training, Education and Outreach at (302) 255-0405 to order copies for your agency. Domestic Violence: How It Affects Children – brochure Domestic Violence: How It Affects Children (Spanish) – brochure A brochure which outlines the effects domestic violence […]
Read MoreDomestic Violence Awareness Posters
State of Delaware – Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Awareness & Prevention Posters The DVCC holds Teen Dating Awareness Month Poster contests to engage middle and high schoolers in designing posters to raise awareness about teen dating violence. We have featured the two 2024 grand prize winners on these posters, which are available by request. […]
Read MoreFIRT Members
Domestic Violence Coordinating Council Fatal Incident Review Team Members FIRT Reports | FIRT Policy & Procedures All members of the Review Team, plus other individuals invited to participate, are considered part of the review panel for a particular case or incident. The Review Team frequently invites law enforcement personnel to participate in any case […]
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