The VAWA Act does not protect only women. All alien immigrants, regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, or identity, are protected under VAWA. There are, however, specific requirements to qualify for protection under the Act.
The first requirement is to have a ‘qualifying relationship’ with the abuser. It is also necessary for you to have lived with the abuser during the duration of this relationship. Qualifying relationships include:
A spouse of an abusive US citizen or lawful permanent resident. You or your child may be the target of abuse.
A birth, step, or adopted child of an abusive US citizen or lawful permanent resident.
A parent of an abusive child who is a US citizen.