By Mary Campbell In the Caribbean community, people face many legal issues. Concerns include getting legalized, divorce, estate planning after a loved one has passed or is dying or being hurt in an au...
Gender and Sexual Exploitation of Women Immigrants
By Linda Nwoke The European Institute for Gender Equality describes sexual exploitation as any attempt or actual abuse of someone’s position of vulnerability, trust, or less power, for sexual purpos...
Break Free From Abusive Relationships
By Jamiliah Francis Life in America, though it should be a wonderful experience, may turn out to be a nightmare for some persons. Certain relationships, whether intimate or otherwise, can bring abou...
House Votes to Reauthorize VAWA. Time For The Senate To Do The Same
The House just voted to re-authorize the Violence Against WomenAct (VAWA). We need to keep up the momentum and tell the Senate to follow suit....
Legal Rights Available to Immigrant Victims of Domestic Violence
Immigrants are particularly vulnerable because many may not speak English, are often separated from family and friends, and may not understand the laws of the United States. For these reasons, immig...