Employment Rights for Victims of Domestic Violence

One in three women in the United States are or will be victims of domestic violence.  But unless those victims are economically self-sufficient, it is less likely they will be able to leave an abusive situation.  All too often though, domestic violence (as well as sexual assault and stalking) can jeopardize a victim's ability to keep and maintain a job, because of discrimination and fear.
 
We use targeted litigation, legislative advocacy, and training to protect victims from employment discrimination and to help employers and unions understand how they can assist victims keep their jobs and stay safe. 

For Survivors:
 For Attorneys or Advocates:
Know Your Rights Court Cases
State Law Guides Legislative Advocacy
Sample Letters to Employers Know Your Rights
  State Law Guides
For Employers: Statistics
State Law Guides Advocate's Guide (PDF)
Statistics Article on Legal Theories (PDF)
Creating Solutions Legal Guide (PDF) Article on New York Laws (PDF)
Safe@Work Coalition Sample Letters to Employers
Model Employment Policy (PDF)  
Recommended Policy Provisions (PDF)