Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance
@vsdvaa.bsky.social
Virginia's leading voice on sexual and intimate partner violence.
July is #DisabilityPrideMonth —a time to honor disabled joy and community, and to confront hard truths. Disabled people face some of the highest rates of sexual & domestic violence—and huge barriers to safety. Need support? Call: 800-838-8238 Text: 804-793-9999 Chat: vadata.org/chat Open 24/7/365
July 15, 2025 at 11:34 AM
July is #DisabilityPrideMonth —a time to honor disabled joy and community, and to confront hard truths. Disabled people face some of the highest rates of sexual & domestic violence—and huge barriers to safety. Need support? Call: 800-838-8238 Text: 804-793-9999 Chat: vadata.org/chat Open 24/7/365
When summer hits, teens spend more time online—and that can open the door to digital dating abuse, coercion, and control. From nonconsensual image sharing to tracking through apps and devices, the risks are real—and rising. Our Hotline and Love is Respect are resources you can use if you need help.
July 14, 2025 at 10:55 AM
When summer hits, teens spend more time online—and that can open the door to digital dating abuse, coercion, and control. From nonconsensual image sharing to tracking through apps and devices, the risks are real—and rising. Our Hotline and Love is Respect are resources you can use if you need help.
In Q1 2025, thousands of survivors in VA reached out for help—and many were met with full shelters and stretched-thin services. The numbers tell a hard truth: violence is rising, and systems can’t keep up. Read. Share. Act. Survivors deserve more: bit.ly/3TSTb4B
July 8, 2025 at 11:43 AM
In Q1 2025, thousands of survivors in VA reached out for help—and many were met with full shelters and stretched-thin services. The numbers tell a hard truth: violence is rising, and systems can’t keep up. Read. Share. Act. Survivors deserve more: bit.ly/3TSTb4B
This July 4th, remember: freedom isn’t real without safety, autonomy, and justice for all. Thousands of survivors in VA are still fighting for freedom from violence. Let’s build a Commonwealth where no one is left behind. Need support? Call 1-800-838-8238 | Text 804-793-9999 | Chat: vadata.org/chat
July 4, 2025 at 12:13 PM
This July 4th, remember: freedom isn’t real without safety, autonomy, and justice for all. Thousands of survivors in VA are still fighting for freedom from violence. Let’s build a Commonwealth where no one is left behind. Need support? Call 1-800-838-8238 | Text 804-793-9999 | Chat: vadata.org/chat
Rural hospitals are lifelines for survivors. But proposed Medicaid cuts in the “One Big Beautiful Bill” could close 6 VA hospitals—taking emergency care, forensic exams & trauma support with them. Speak up. Share. Call your reps: bit.ly/3I6Rj5P
July 2, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Rural hospitals are lifelines for survivors. But proposed Medicaid cuts in the “One Big Beautiful Bill” could close 6 VA hospitals—taking emergency care, forensic exams & trauma support with them. Speak up. Share. Call your reps: bit.ly/3I6Rj5P
Our 2024 Annual Report is here! It highlights survivor-led advocacy, community support, and systems change across VA. See what we’ve built together: equity, safety, healing. Read now: bit.ly/45tftRE
June 30, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Our 2024 Annual Report is here! It highlights survivor-led advocacy, community support, and systems change across VA. See what we’ve built together: equity, safety, healing. Read now: bit.ly/45tftRE
Policy Director, Sanu Dieng-Cooper, spent #AdvocacyDays on the Hill urging @bobbyscott.house.gov, @mcclellan.house.gov, Rep. Rob Wittman, @kaine.senate.gov, and @markwarner.bsky.social to support survivors. Grateful for meaningful convos. The need is urgent—survivors can’t wait. Neither can we.
June 26, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Policy Director, Sanu Dieng-Cooper, spent #AdvocacyDays on the Hill urging @bobbyscott.house.gov, @mcclellan.house.gov, Rep. Rob Wittman, @kaine.senate.gov, and @markwarner.bsky.social to support survivors. Grateful for meaningful convos. The need is urgent—survivors can’t wait. Neither can we.
We're in DC for #AdvocacyDays with @nnedv.bsky.social, NAESV, & others from the movement to fight for survivors. #VOCA funds over 6,000 programs & 6M+ survivors yearly—but it's at risk. Congress must:
✅ Increase VOCA in FY26
✅ Protect tribal set-aside
✅ Use funds as intended
#SupportSurvivors #VOCA
✅ Increase VOCA in FY26
✅ Protect tribal set-aside
✅ Use funds as intended
#SupportSurvivors #VOCA
June 25, 2025 at 11:51 AM
We're in DC for #AdvocacyDays with @nnedv.bsky.social, NAESV, & others from the movement to fight for survivors. #VOCA funds over 6,000 programs & 6M+ survivors yearly—but it's at risk. Congress must:
✅ Increase VOCA in FY26
✅ Protect tribal set-aside
✅ Use funds as intended
#SupportSurvivors #VOCA
✅ Increase VOCA in FY26
✅ Protect tribal set-aside
✅ Use funds as intended
#SupportSurvivors #VOCA
DV & SV increase in summer due to heat, stress, alcohol, and idle time. You're not alone. Advocates at the Virginia Statewide Hotline are ready to listen and support you 24/7/365 or anyone you know that need help:
📞 800-838-8238
📱 Text: 804-793-9999
💬 Chat: vadata.org/chat/.
📞 800-838-8238
📱 Text: 804-793-9999
💬 Chat: vadata.org/chat/.
June 20, 2025 at 12:21 PM
DV & SV increase in summer due to heat, stress, alcohol, and idle time. You're not alone. Advocates at the Virginia Statewide Hotline are ready to listen and support you 24/7/365 or anyone you know that need help:
📞 800-838-8238
📱 Text: 804-793-9999
💬 Chat: vadata.org/chat/.
📞 800-838-8238
📱 Text: 804-793-9999
💬 Chat: vadata.org/chat/.
We have joined 17 state coalitions in suing the DOJ over new OVW grant rules that threaten survivor services. The admin’s anti-immigrant, anti-trans, anti-equity agenda is not just harmful: it’s unlawful.
Full statement: bit.ly/4l6luYX
National release: bit.ly/44gD9aF
Legal filing: bit.ly/3FPJmkL
Full statement: bit.ly/4l6luYX
National release: bit.ly/44gD9aF
Legal filing: bit.ly/3FPJmkL
June 16, 2025 at 4:26 PM
We have joined 17 state coalitions in suing the DOJ over new OVW grant rules that threaten survivor services. The admin’s anti-immigrant, anti-trans, anti-equity agenda is not just harmful: it’s unlawful.
Full statement: bit.ly/4l6luYX
National release: bit.ly/44gD9aF
Legal filing: bit.ly/3FPJmkL
Full statement: bit.ly/4l6luYX
National release: bit.ly/44gD9aF
Legal filing: bit.ly/3FPJmkL
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” is anything but: IT'S UGLY. It guts housing aid survivors need to escape abuse. Without shelters & rental help, many face unsafe choices. Housing is survival. Call your senators—urge them to oppose the bill.
#StopTheBill #SupportSurvivors #HousingIsSafety
#StopTheBill #SupportSurvivors #HousingIsSafety
June 12, 2025 at 7:52 PM
The “One Big Beautiful Bill” is anything but: IT'S UGLY. It guts housing aid survivors need to escape abuse. Without shelters & rental help, many face unsafe choices. Housing is survival. Call your senators—urge them to oppose the bill.
#StopTheBill #SupportSurvivors #HousingIsSafety
#StopTheBill #SupportSurvivors #HousingIsSafety
Survivors deserve safety—no matter their immigration status. But fear of ICE near shelters & courts keeps many silent or at risk. Some face deportation for seeking help. We need policies that protect, not punish.
#EndSurvivorSilence #ProtectNotPunish
#EndSurvivorSilence #ProtectNotPunish
June 12, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Survivors deserve safety—no matter their immigration status. But fear of ICE near shelters & courts keeps many silent or at risk. Some face deportation for seeking help. We need policies that protect, not punish.
#EndSurvivorSilence #ProtectNotPunish
#EndSurvivorSilence #ProtectNotPunish
Congress wants to cut $290B from SNAP, a lifeline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. These cuts would eliminate benefits for millions, including survivors and children rebuilding after trauma. Survivors need support. Contact your Congressional legislators now and tell them to #SaveSNAP
May 14, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Congress wants to cut $290B from SNAP, a lifeline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. These cuts would eliminate benefits for millions, including survivors and children rebuilding after trauma. Survivors need support. Contact your Congressional legislators now and tell them to #SaveSNAP
For #AAPIHeritageMonth, we name barriers survivors face: stigma, language access, immigration fears, and distrust of systems. AAPI communities build solutions—advocacy, healing, multilingual services, survivor-led justice. We honor survivors by fighting for systems that see and hear them.
May 6, 2025 at 12:13 PM
For #AAPIHeritageMonth, we name barriers survivors face: stigma, language access, immigration fears, and distrust of systems. AAPI communities build solutions—advocacy, healing, multilingual services, survivor-led justice. We honor survivors by fighting for systems that see and hear them.
Indigenous women face disproportionately high rates of sexual and domestic violence. In Virginia and across the U.S., many go missing or are murdered without answers or justice. We honor their lives and call for change, awareness, and protection. #MMIWG #NoMoreStolenSisters
May 5, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Indigenous women face disproportionately high rates of sexual and domestic violence. In Virginia and across the U.S., many go missing or are murdered without answers or justice. We honor their lives and call for change, awareness, and protection. #MMIWG #NoMoreStolenSisters
SDV advocates' constant exposure to trauma, long hours, and emotional labor can lead to burnout. Without care, it can mirror PTSD symptoms: nightmares, anxiety, and emotional numbness. A well-supported advocate can offer safer spaces, deeper empathy, and better boundaries.
May 2, 2025 at 11:11 AM
SDV advocates' constant exposure to trauma, long hours, and emotional labor can lead to burnout. Without care, it can mirror PTSD symptoms: nightmares, anxiety, and emotional numbness. A well-supported advocate can offer safer spaces, deeper empathy, and better boundaries.
May 1-7 marks SCAN's Resilience Week in Virginia. This year spotlights the 6 principles of trauma-informed care which are vital in supporting survivors of sexual and domestic violence, fostering healing and empowerment. #ResilienceWeekinVirginia
May 1, 2025 at 11:24 AM
May 1-7 marks SCAN's Resilience Week in Virginia. This year spotlights the 6 principles of trauma-informed care which are vital in supporting survivors of sexual and domestic violence, fostering healing and empowerment. #ResilienceWeekinVirginia