The DOJ's recent update to the Office on Violence Against Women grant guidelines has sparked confusion among nonprofits dedicated to supporting domestic and sexual violence survivors. The change, presented without fanfare, prohibits using federal funds to frame domestic violence as a systemic issue, effectively limiting organizations' ability to provide holistic care that considers inequality and structural harm. The new rules also emphasize trafficking prevention and law enforcement collaboration over survivor-centered approaches, raising concerns about their impact on frontline services and the varied experiences of those seeking help.
Under the new guidance, programs can no longer use federal funds to describe domestic violence as a systemic issue, signaling a major shift in how nonprofits operate.
The revised guidelines prioritize funding for trafficking prevention, immigration enforcement, and law enforcement collaboration, sidelining systemic care approaches for survivors.
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