Domestic Violence and Child Abuse Reporting
Use this resource to learn how to serve and support families experiencing domestic violence where child maltreatment may also be a concern. Review how to file a child abuse report safely, if necessary.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive, controlling behavior that is used by a person to gain or maintain power and control over their intimate partner. It can include physical, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or threats of actions that influence another person.
Explore these resources to learn more about domestic violence and how you can support children and families in your program who may be experiencing it.
Building Collaborative Relationships with Community Partners
Watch this webinar to learn how community partnerships can help support referrals from Head Start programs to domestic violence programs.
Preventing and Responding to Domestic Violence Webinar Series
In this webinar series, explore how programs can help prevent domestic violence. Learn ways to support parent and child survivors of domestic violence.
Partnering with Parents Who Have Used Violence in Intimate Relationships
In this webinar, learn about appropriate referrals for parents who use violence in intimate relationships.
Supporting Healing for Children Who Have Experienced Domestic Violence
In this webinar, learn about daily practices to build positive relationships with children experiencing domestic violence.
Preparing for Conversations with Parents or Caregivers Who Use Violence in Intimate Relationships
Use this resource as a guide to prepare to talk with parents or caregivers who use violence in intimate relationships.
Strategies to Support Families Who May Be Experiencing Domestic Violence
Programs can use this resource to learn more about working with families and children who may be experiencing violence.
Program Preparation to Address Domestic Violence
Find resources to help programs build and implement domestic violence prevention and response systems and practices.
Enhancing Community Partnerships
Find resources to establish clear and sustainable partnerships in your community.
Partnering with Families to Address Domestic Violence
Find resources that program staff can use as a guide to talk with families about healthy relationships and domestic violence in a trauma-informed way.