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Responding to Sexual Violence in LGBTQ+ Communities
16 Pages
Publication
Responding to Sexual Violence in LGBTQ+ Communities: Law Enforcement Strategies and Considerations
Publication Date: 2017
Many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer or questioning (LGBTQ+) individuals have experienced a range of unfavorable experiences with law enforcement. The negative experiences range from lack of understanding to discrimination, hostility, or violence. This has influenced the trust between LGBTQ+ communities and law enforcement. The purpose of this resource is to enhance law enforcement’s understanding of and response to sexual violence in LGBTQ+ communities.
Topic(s):
Collaboration and Partnerships Investigations Policy/Protocol Development TraumaVAWA Crime(s):
Dating Violence Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Stalking Trafficking in Tribal Nations/CommunitiesRole(s):
Investigator/Detective Patrol Officer/DeputyJurisdiction(s):
Alaska College and University Campuses Rural Suburban Territories Tribal Nations/Tribes UrbanRelated Resources
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