Community Response and Needs of African American Female Survivors of Domestic Violence

• NCJ Number: 236719
• Journal: Journal of Interpersonal Violence Volume: 23 Issue: 1 Dated: January 2008 Pages: 39-57
• Author(s): Tameka L. Gillum
• Date Published: January 2008
• Length: 19 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Report (Study/Research)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This study looked specifically at the experiences and needs of African-American women who are survivors of domestic violence.

Abstract

Relatively few studies have looked specifically at the experiences and needs of African-American women who are survivors of domestic violence. This study sought to find out from African-American survivors (a) what their experience was with various community entities and (b) how they feel race may have affected these experiences. Results indicate a great deal of dissatisfaction with the services received as they attempt to escape and/or stay away from their abusive partners. This dissatisfaction was in large measure due to lack of cultural competence. Implications for service and suggestions for community entities are presented. (Published Abstract)