A Comparative Study of Agencies Assisting Domestic Violence Victims: Does the South Asian Community Have Special Needs?

Abstract

This paper presents the results of a questionnaire of 12 South Asian agencies nationwide that work predominantly with domestic violence victims of South Asian origin. Based on the analysis of their responses to questions that compare their strengths, ideology, ethnic specific intervention approaches, and challenges they face, this article demonstrates their relevance and the role they play in meeting the needs of a growing number of women who seek help.

Key Words:

• South Asian women
• Ethnicity
• Domestic violence