Domestic Violence Project at the Urban Justice Center

Domestic Violence Project at the Urban Justice Center Attorneys & Advocates providing a holistic approach for survivors of intimate partner violence

Domestic Violence is a pattern of behavior used by one person in a relationship to control the other person.

1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men have experienced domestic violence/sexual assault before the age of 18


MYTH: Domestic violence only happens in straight relationships
FACT: Statistics by the NCAVP show that Domestic Violence occurs in 25-30% of same-sex relationships - about equal to the rate of occurrence in straight relationships. MYTH: The law does not protect victims of LGBTQ Domestic Violence
FACT: While police officers may remain confused when attempting to sort out incidents involving same gender couples, THE LAW IS ON YOUR SIDE. ASK YOURSELF:

- Do you feel afraid or responsible for your partners' temper or behavior?
- Does your partner call you names, insult you, or humiliates you - in private or in public?
- Have you been hit, kicked, shoved?
- Are you wrongly accused of having affairs or being unfaithful?
- Does your partner threaten to 'out' you if you do not do what your partner says?
- Have you been forced to have sex? TO GET HELP, REACH OUT - at a safe time CALL

Domestic Violence Project Hotline - (718)-875-5062

NYC 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline - (800)-621 HOPE

We are honored to have the following individuals serve on our Advisory Board:
• Bita Goldman, Esq.
• Christine Raniga, Esq.
• Ted Farley, Esq.
• Susan Murray
• Heather Navo, Esq
• Anouck Giovanola, Esq
• Fleur Massena

October is jam-packed with DVP events as we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and begin observing Domestic V...
10/01/2026

October is jam-packed with DVP events as we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and begin observing Domestic Violence Awareness Month today. Hope to see you soon!

09/29/2026

Here’s how Maricela Cano, Chief of Staff for Council Member Ty Hankerson (NYC District 28) celebrates Latina pride during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Want to share your own personal story of pride, heritage, community, and culture? Go to the link in our bio to learn how you can contribute and see more stories from DVP survivors, staff, and other NYC community members!

09/24/2026

The first question we asked participants during Hispanic Heritage Month was simple: “What makes YOU proud to be Latina/o?” Here is just a small sample of the great things we heard.

Hear more stories of Hispanic pride and joy, plus instructions on how to submit a video of your own, at the link in our bio!

09/22/2026

Here’s how Council Member Christopher Marte (NYC District 1) celebrates Latino pride during Hispanic Heritage Month.

Want to share your own personal story of pride, heritage, community, and culture? Go to the link in our bio to learn how you can contribute and see more stories from DVP survivors, staff, and other NYC community members!

09/18/2026

We are running out of time and we need your help.

Since its establishment in 1995, the Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) has transformed how our nation responds to domestic violence, s*xual assault, dating violence, and stalking. OVW’s funding, training, and federal leadership help communities protect survivors and hold abusers accountable.

There’s still so much more work to be done — and we want to do it. That’s why we need you to help us keep OVW the strong, independent agency that Congress created. Please call your representatives today to oppose this administration’s plan to collapse OVW into other offices

09/17/2026

A Message from DVP’s Founder and Managing Director, Madeline Garcia Bigelow

Share your own personal story of pride, heritage, community, and your culture’s contribution to the very fabric of NYC. Go to the link in our bio to learn how you can contribute and see more stories from DVP survivors, staff, and other NYC community members!

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! DVP is celebrating all month long with stories from real Latino/a/x New Yorkers, sharing ...
09/15/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!

DVP is celebrating all month long with stories from real Latino/a/x New Yorkers, sharing their pride for their culture and heritage. Click the link in our bio to learn more and hear some of these incredible stories for yourself.

Don’t forget to take part — join our campaign by sharing your own personal pride, heritage, community, and culture’s contribution to the very fabric of NYC. Record yourself answering the 4 questions in this post using video or audio and send your submissions to: [email protected], or call our warmline at 1-833-321-4387 to schedule an interview with one of our DVP staff.

Follow along for more stories throughout the month, we can’t wait for you to see them!

Don’t forget to submit your videos for Hispanic Heritage Month!Join DVP’s story-gathering campaign inviting Hispanic and...
09/09/2026

Don’t forget to submit your videos for Hispanic Heritage Month!

Join DVP’s story-gathering campaign inviting Hispanic and Latina/o/x New Yorkers to share their personal cultural pride, their heritage, their community, and their culture’s contribution to the very fabric of NYC. We invite you to be a part of it.

Record yourself answering the 4 questions in this post using video or audio and send your submissions to: [email protected]

OR call our warmline at 1-833-321-4387 to schedule an interview with one of our DVP staff.

Taking part in this campaign only takes a few minutes, but the collective display of stories will create an unforgettable statement: that New York City sees, celebrates, and stands with its Hispanic and Latina/o/x neighbors now more than ever.

Every year from September 15th to October 15th, NYC uplifts and celebrates the Latina/o/x community during Hispanic Heri...
09/03/2026

Every year from September 15th to October 15th, NYC uplifts and celebrates the Latina/o/x community during Hispanic Heritage Month. We mark our pride and celebrate our community through parades, block parties, and outdoor festivals. This year, DVP is joining in on that celebration with our own client-led event on October 2nd.

Hispanic Heritage Celebration with DVP will feature special musical performances, cuisines from around the world, and DVP survivor clients sharing their Hispanic pride. We can’t wait to show you more — stay tuned!

See you soon!
08/27/2026

See you soon!

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40 Rector Street, Fl 9th
New York, NY
10006

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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