I start my day today with a very heavy heart. In the dark hours of the morning, our federal government executed Lisa Montgomery, the only female inmate on federal… read more “Reflections on the Government’s Execution of Lisa Montgomery”
On October 26, 2020, Walter Wallace, Jr. experienced a mental health crisis that ultimately led to his death. Concerned for Walter’s wellbeing, his family called 911 three times that day,… read more “A Different Way Forward for Responding to Mental Health Crises”
Each year, the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance hosts Act. Honor. Hope., an event that honors leaders and community members who have taken extraordinary action to bring… read more “Del. Charniele Herring to Be Recognized With HOPE Award”
Wouldn’t it be great if our elected officials – from Congressional representatives to Commonwealth’s Attorneys and local School Board members – shared in our dream of a Virginia free of… read more “It Begins With Each of Us Using Our Voice: Voting as an Extension of Sexual and Domestic Violence Advocacy”
Too often, people and communities most in need of resources lack access to them. In the U.S., the distribution of resources and political power is based on the census, which… read more “Making the 2020 Census Count for Us”
This week, legislators reconvene in Richmond for a special session to address Virginia’s biennial budget, which has been severely impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and to consider policy measures… read more “Centering Survivors in Virginia’s Special General Assembly Session”
The 2020 General Assembly Session is officially behind us. However, the work of Virginia’s legislators and policy leaders is far from over. As we make our way through a deadly … read more “Resource Release: New 2020 Virginia Law”
A guest blog by NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia Imagine being trapped in a house with an abusive partner. You’re unable to leave for a variety of reasons. Now, imagine you are in… read more “Supporting Reproductive Freedom for Survivors During a Global Pandemic”
Richmond, VA – April 2, 2020 – The Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance joins with the Legal Aid Justice Center’s call to public officials to take aggressive action … read more “ADVOCATES URGE VIRGINIA TO SUPPORT SAFETY AND WELL-BEING OF SURVIVORS IN MIDST OF COVID-19 AND TIME OF HEIGHTENED RISK”
The 2020 Session of the Virginia General Assembly is off and running—and it is exciting to see an increasingly diverse group of elected leaders consider so many new policy … read more “Building Thriving Communities”
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