White Ribbon VA is a call to action to eliminate sexual harassment, sexual assault and domestic violence in VA facilities and surrounding communities
VA invites all employees, partners and Veterans to join us in the celebration of PRIDE month by attending the 4th annual VA National Virtual PRIDE 2024.
VA committed to giving Veterans support to foster healthy relationships and improve services to Veterans who’ve experienced domestic abuse.
VA recently initiated a pilot program to improve services for Veterans who have experienced or are experiencing intimate partner violence or sexual assault.
The pandemic has led to increased human trafficking by more than 40%. These changes increase the risk of exploitation in the Veteran community.
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, VA is emphasizing its ongoing work to ensure that Veterans and their partners who are experiencing or engaging in IPV are provided with the necessary resources and services through VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program (IPVAP) and other programs.
Key accomplishments from the first year of the Isakson-Roe Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act, including assistance for homeless Veterans and Intimate Partner Violence awareness.
At the celebratory 2021 VHA Innovation Experience, iEX Demos provided VHA employees a platform to share their innovations.
VA wants everyone who has experienced sexual assault to know services are available to support healing…with a variety of options to choose from.
The White Ribbon VA call to action aims to end violence against women and girls, promote gender equity, healthy relationships and a new vision of masculinity. Here’s help if you have experienced IPV.
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).
In America 27% of women and 11% of men report experiencing intimate partner violence. And it is higher in the Veteran population. Learn about VA’s Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program.