As the partial government shutdown continues – with President Trump and Democrats seemingly at a standstill over funding for a border wall – organizations dedicated to helping sexual violence survivors are beginning to worry. The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), enacted in 1994, provides many services and grants to organizations that help victims of domestic and sexual abuse, including those based in rural or tribal areas. The act was not extended when part of the government shuttered on Dec. 22 absent a funding deal. Overall, more than $7 billion in grants have been awarded since VAWA was enacted, according to McClatchy. The Chicago-based Mujeres Latinas en Accion provides multiple services, including counseling and advocacy services for survivors of domestic or sexual violence.

Source: Fox News January 04, 2019 19:41 UTC