FVPSA Needs Assessment Annual Update Report 2024

November 4, 2024

Domestic Violence

Identifying the Needs of Native Survivors

As part of our ongoing review of the strengths and gaps in North Dakota’s response to domestic violence, NDDSVC collaborated with Global Rights for Women (GRW) in 2023-2024 to conduct a statewide Needs Assessment Annual Update project. This Annual Update identifies Native American women as a priority underserved and highly victimized community in our state. In-depth information gathered from Native survivors and program advocates highlights several ways NDDSVC and our member programs can better address Indigenous women’s unique needs and challenges and improve domestic violence response, including:

  • Strengthening culturally relevant and trauma informed services.
  • Building further active and ongoing collaboration across all tribal and non-tribal programs.
  • Incorporating strategies for enhanced inclusion of Native survivor input in the decision-making processes impacting their lives and the lives of their children.

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Domestic Violence Intervention Programs

Domestic Violence, Media Resources

Service Provider Maps & Directories

View a map and directory of all certified domestic violence intervention programs (previously called Batterers' Intervention Programs or Domestic Violence Offender Treatment Programs) in North Dakota. All certified programs in North Dakota use a curriculum that supports the Duluth model.

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Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy Centers

Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Media Resources, Sexual Violence, Stalking

Service Provider Maps & Directories

View a map and directory of domestic violence/sexual assault victim advocacy centers in North Dakota. All advocacy centers listed are members of NDDSVC. Each center serves as a domestic violence help center and rape crisis center and supports victims of...

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Supervised Parenting Time & Exchange Centers

Domestic Violence

Service Provider Maps & Directories

View a map and directory of supervised parenting time and exchange centers in North Dakota. Supervised parenting time (sometimes called "supervised visitation") and exchange centers serve as a safe, neutral space to transfer children between parents. These spaces also allow...

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Thousands of North Dakotans experience domestic and sexual violence each year. But together, we can change that. By giving to NDDSVC, you’re helping us prevent future violence and providing life-saving resources to North Dakota communities.

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If you are in an unsafe or abusive situation, there are 19 domestic violence/sexual assault (DV/SA) victim advocacy centers across North Dakota that can help you navigate your options and stay safe. Each center is staffed with professionals who can help you with safety planning, finding shelter, obtaining a protection order, and more.

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NDDSVC does not provide direct services to victims and survivors.
Contact a DV/SA advocacy center near you if you are looking for support. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.