Purpose: Educate readers about the unique challenges of domestic violence (DV) and child victimization in rural areas and how Tri-County FJC addresses them.
Structure:
- Introduction
- The national DV crisis and its amplified impact in rural regions like Northeast NM.
- Quote from your Executive Director: “In rural communities, silence often masks suffering. We’re here to break that silence.”
- The Rural Reality
- Statistics (Note: Update with local data):
- Higher rates of underreported DV in San Miguel, Guadalupe, and Mora Counties due to stigma, isolation, and lack of resources.
- Limited access to shelters: Only 5% of rural DV survivors can access emergency housing (cite national data, then tie to local need).
- Barriers to Justice:
- Distance to courts, fear of retaliation in tight-knit communities, and lack of legal literacy.
- Statistics (Note: Update with local data):
- Tri-County FJC’s Model
- Integrated Services: Restraining order assistance, court accompaniment, trauma counseling, and emergency shelter under one roof.
- Community Partnerships: Collaboration with local law enforcement, schools, and healthcare providers to identify at-risk families.
- Mobile Advocacy: Bringing services to remote areas via outreach vans (if applicable).
- A Survivor’s Journey
- Anonymous story: “Tri-County helped me file a restraining order and find a safe place for my kids. I didn’t have to face it alone.”
- Call to Action
- Donate to fund transportation vouchers for survivors traveling to court.
- Volunteer as a bilingual advocate for Spanish-speaking communities.
Contact Us
📬 Address: 2534 Ridge Runner Rd, Las Vegas, NM 87701
📧 Email: [email protected]
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM–5 PM (Emergency services available 24/7)
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