Publication Date: March 25th, 2024
Publication Type(s): Policy Brief
Topic(s): Health Disparities and Health Equity, Maternal Health, Social Determinants of Health, Violence and abuse, Women
Author(s): Fritz AH, Sheffield EC, Chastain PL, Henning-Smith C, Lewis V, and Kozhimannil KB
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a public health problem that is exacerbated by social, community, and system-level factors, especially for rural people. Despite this, there is a dearth of policies and interventions responsive to the unique needs of IPV victims and survivors in rural places. This policy brief describes findings from interviews with key informants from IPV victim support and advocacy organizations, shedding light on distinct challenges faced by rural victims and survivors. It also highlights targeted opportunities for better supporting the health and safety of rural IPV victims and survivors.