LAWS forum discusses need for societal shift on domestic violence

LAWS forum discusses need for societal shift on domestic violence

About 250 Northern Virginia professionals attended the event from the fields of law enforcement, law, healthcare, education, human services, nonprofits, military, government, mental health, the faith community, government, corrections and victims’ services, according to Samantha Clarke, CEO of LAWS.

Law enforcement share response to domestic violence calls at panel

In response to domestic violence calls, law enforcement is often the first on the scene.

Domestic Violence Advocates Warn of Potential Increase in Incidents and Call for Budget Support

Domestic violence service providers across the city are bracing for a perfect storm. As the Trump administration continues to lay off federal workers and the city government prepares to eke by on a congressionally imposed budget that’s $1 billion short of its 2025 funding needs, advocates believe two issues are likely to collide: an increase in domestic violence and a shortage of funds needed to support local survivors. “We know that when econom…