Donald Trump
famously boasted on CNN that he would “be the best thing that ever happened
to women,” but cutting this program could have devastating consequences.
The purpose of these grants is to ensure states and municipalities have the
resources needed to help combat domestic violence.
Since its
creation in 1994, the OVW has been responsible for more than $6 billion in
grants to combat sexual assault, domestic assault, stalking against women and
seniors. These grants help communities with outreach programs, transitional
housing for those abused and training programs for potential victims and
potential abusers. The 25 grant programs provide much needed resources across
the United States and losing this valuable program could have devastating and
unexpected consequences. There are more than 10 million people every year who
are victims of domestic
violence.
Here is an important
guide on women’s safety online which came out recently. It was written by women
for women and empowers women to protect themselves online.
