November 4, 2024
Domestic Violence
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:
Related resources 
Domestic Violence, Media Resources
Guidelines, Policies, & Protocols, Websites
The National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV) has created this guide as a resource for reporters and storytellers. While this is not a checklist, it does approach the issues of domestic violence, dating abuse, stalking, and sexual assault with...
Domestic Violence, Media Resources
Guidelines, Policies, & Protocols, Websites
Together, journalists, advocates, and domestic violence survivors worked to create this comprehensive tool that supports journalists in covering domestic violence with skill and empathy. The playbook includes fundamental principles to keep in mind when reporting on domestic violence and tips...
Domestic Violence, Sexual Violence, Stalking
Brochures
Get answers to frequently asked questions about our ALL ND Victims legal line. NDDSVC member organizations can download brochure files with bleed and crop marks for professional printing.
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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.
Find Help
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.
