Rhode Island’s congressional delegation announced $1,827,502 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Justice to support four local organizations working to help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. The funding will support Sojourner House, the Women’s Resource Center of Newport & Bristol, Day One, and the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
“This federal funding is a wise investment in coordinated strategies that support survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking and help to break down barriers in accessing critical resources, housing, and care,” said U.S. Sen. Jack Reed.
Sojourner House will receive $960,123 to provide housing assistance and support services to victims of human trafficking throughout the state. Sojourner House will partner with and train local organizations to identify and respond to victims of human trafficking.
The Women’s Resource Center of Newport & Bristol will receive $500,000 to support its Pet Friendly Transitional Housing Program for victims of domestic violence. Rhode Island will expand its capacity to house victims of domestic violence and their pets in transitional housing through a three-year initiative.
Day One will receive $252,846 for Rhode Island sexual assault treatment, intervention, education, advocacy, and prevention services. The Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence will receive $114,533 to support its work supporting coalition member agencies and leading on the issue of domestic violence prevention in the state.
“Survivors of domestic violence in Rhode Island are not alone — they have valiant organizations on their side that offer stability and resources for healing to occur,” said U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo.
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