On #InternationalWomensDay, we stand in solidarity with survivors of domestic violence and reaffirm our commitment to a commonwealth free from abuse. Together, we can create a future where all women are safe, supported, and empowered 💜

Domestic violence nonprofits are winning against Trump administration in court 19thnews.org/2025/10/dome... via @19thnews.org cred. @jazzmyth.bsky.social et al. ft. @democracyforward.org @nwlc.org @pcadvorg.bsky.social @lambdalegal.org @forgeforwardtrans.bsky.social @newyorkstateag.bsky.social

Domestic violence nonprofits are winning against the Trump administration in court

A series of lawsuits has, at least temporarily, blocked the administration from putting ideological demands on groups that combat domestic violence and sexual assault.

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The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence said while it “is grateful for a loan...a 4.5% interest rate would significantly hurt programs.” They said the loan would result in around $260,000 in interest that it would be required to pay. From @iankarbal.bsky.social

Pa. Treasurer Stacy Garrity expands loan program for services impacted by state budget impasse • Pennsylvania Capital-Star

Last month, state Treasurer Stacy Garrity, who is also running for governor in the Republican primary, announced a program which would provide $500 million in  low-interest loans to county governments...

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A federal court today issued a preliminary order blocking the Trump-Vance administration from enforcing many of the new unlawful restrictions on grants from the Office on Violence Against Women. Read more: democracyforward.org/updates/cour...

A federal court has granted a request to temporarily block the current administration's new policies that putting life-saving services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, LGBTQI+ people, immigrants, and all unhoused communities at risk. Read more -> www.pcadv.org/.../court-gr...

Yes! @pcadvorg.bsky.social is part of this group fighting for funding for people experiencing intimate partner violence!

Coalitions in Pa., 16 states challenge restrictions on federal grants for domestic violence victims

Amid new restrictions imposed on federal grants that aid victims of sexual or domestic violence, multiple groups from 17 states, including Pennsylvania and Virginia, signed onto a complaint challengin...

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New policies from the current administration are putting life-saving services for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, LGBTQI+ people, immigrants, and all unhoused communities at risk. That's why we are going to court. www.pcadv.org/.../pcadv-jo...

Survivors of domestic and sexual violence need more resources, not less, to help them find justice, build community, and start to heal. We are honored to represent them.

The Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women has imposed new restrictions, as a part of the president’s anti-equity crusade, that make it nearly impossible for grantees to comply.

BREAKING: We’re suing the Trump-Vance admin on behalf of a nationwide coalition of state domestic violence and sexual assault coalitions for jeopardizing grant funding that supports survivors. Learn more ⬇️

Survivors of domestic and sexual violence need more resources, not less. New policies being imposed by this administration will make it harder for survivors to get the help they need. That’s why we’re going to court. www.pcadv.org/blog/the-pen...

LGBTQ+ individuals, especially transgender people, face substantial wage gaps, in addition to disproportionate violence (including domestic violence), legislative attacks, and relentless transphobia.

Federal Investments Save Lives and Strengthen Communities and the Economy! Tell Congress that federal funding is vital for domestic violence and sexual assault services! More: https://www.senate.gov/senators/contact and your Representative at https://ziplook.house.gov/htbin/findrep_house?ZIP=.

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Domestic violence and sexual assault programs are in crisis. Federal funding ensures survivors can access lifesaving services after experiencing violence is at risk of being slashed. Congress must act — lives depend on it. 📢Call your Senators and Representatives today and urge them to support.