Violence not only affects women in the home, but in the workplace, school and every arena of life. NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund's efforts to address this issue include public education, litigation and public policy initiatives. As a leader in this area, the organization is instrumental in crafting and passing groundbreaking legislation such as the Violence Against Women Act of 1994.
Efforts are currently underway to develop and mobilize support for new federal initiatives.
As convener of the National Task Force to End Violence Against Women, NOW Legal Defense and Education Fund brings together a wide array of individuals and organizations from religious to medical groups, from corporations to legal groups to ensure a comprehensive approach to ending the violence.