Child welfare
Families affected by domestic violence frequently experience involvement in the child welfare system and are often subject to reporting, investigation, and separation.
Economic justice
Financial control and abuse can trap survivors in abusive situations. Economic abuse, such as restricting access to resources or employment, exacerbates the challenges survivors face in achieving financial independence and stability.
Gun violence
Gun violence and domestic violence share many of the same root causes. And the presence of a gun in a relationship with domestic violence dramatically increases the danger.
Social drivers of health
Where people experience racism, gender bias, and other inequities, they also experience domestic violence at higher rates and worse health outcomes. Addressing those root causes can help prevent domestic violence.
Teen dating
Healthy relationships education in middle and high schools can help prevent domestic violence and support safer learning environments.