The Lower Kuskokwim School District’s itinerant social workers are a model for how curriculum and mentorship can reach even the most remote schools.
Domestic Violence
A new study from Alaska researchers shows that all types of intimate partner violence – including psychological aggression and controlling behavior as well as physical violence – are linked to negative physical and mental health outcomes.
Advocates for domestic violence victims seek solutions as federal money goes to small Tribes with limited access to enforcement.
Maternal mortality studies in Alaska show violence and overdose cause more deaths than medical problems.
Pandemic funding has housed thousands statewide, but there is not yet a program to replace it when the federal money runs out.
Some Alaska shelters are building long-term housing to keep women safe.
Group in Juneau explores how restorative justice could address domestic violence, shifting focus from punishment to community healing.
Alaska State Troopers received new training in October aimed at keeping Tribal citizens safer.
They say significant increases in prevention work and community-level support are necessary to slow the rate of domestic violence.
Dr. ChrisAnna Mink shares her growing awareness the trauma than can occur when officials remove children from their “safe parent" — victims of domestic violence who had difficulties leaving abusive romantic partners.