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Dr. Katherine Iverson is a clinical psychologist and researcher in the Women's Health Division of the National Center for PTSD, located at the VA Boston Healthcare System. Her research focuses on women's health and trauma—in particular, intimate partner violence in women Veterans

Awareness and identification of intimate partner violence among Veterans has increased. Research suggests Veterans may be at greater risk than their civilian counterparts, given the unique stressors posed by military life.

VA recently briefed Senators Joni Ernst and Kirsten Gillibrand on VA's efforts for improving care programs for domestic and sexual violence survivors.

The AANHPI community is often subjected to stereotypes that perpetuate racism and discrimination and contribute to sexual harassment.

Here are the resources available to those who have experienced military sexual trauma, sexual harassment and sexual assault.

Significant progress has been made toward identifying, preventing, and helping those who experience domestic violence, but there is still work to be done.

White Ribbon VA aims to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault, and domestic violence in VA facilities and surrounding communities and to promote positive change in organizational culture.

During Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and beyond, VA encourages Veterans, their partners, and VA staff members to check out resources and services related to intimate partner violence (IPV).

White Ribbon VA Month serves to focus our attention on the deep impact of domestic violence and abuse on those individuals and to join with them to say it is time to rise against violence.

White Ribbon VA Month will be recognized by VA during October, which is also Domestic Violence Awareness Month. White Ribbon VA encourages both men and women to commit to help end violence against others and to proudly wear a white ribbon to represent their commitment.

HARLINGEN, Texas — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and VA [...]

HARLINGEN, Texas — October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and [...]