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When Hope is Handcuffed: Why Crime Survivors are Watching Student Arrests with Fear
Director of Public Policy Casey Carter Swegman writes: “Because of what is happening today, survivors of violence will be even more afraid to ask for help. For them, life is […]
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The Murder of George Floyd: Five Years Later
Dear Friends, On May 25, 2020, George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin. Communities across the country came together to march against this horrific crime and confront […]
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Tahirih Celebrates its 2025 Journey to Justice Event
On May 22, 2025, the Tahirih Justice Center celebrated survivors, pro bonos, and our supporters at the annual Journey to Justice: Honoring Resilience, Championing Change event. We recognized our partners […]
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Birthright Citizenship Is Under Attack This Mother’s Day
Litigation Counsel at Tahirih Justice Center, Kursten Phelps, writes “Imagine if your family’s future depended on a Supreme Court decision, and your right to live in the only country you’ve […]
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Mother’s Day Reflections from Tahirih Staff
This Mother’s Day, we honor the resilience and love of mothers worldwide. At the Tahirih Justice Center, we believe that safety is a human right—and every mother should have the […]
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On May 10, Texas House to Vote on Child Marriage Ban
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 9, 2025 CONTACT: Lynn Tramonte ([email protected] / 202-255-0551) On May 10, Texas House to Vote on Child Marriage Ban Tahirih Justice Center calls on Texas legislature […]
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No Survivor Should Have to Choose Between Safety and Deportation
In response to executive orders issued on April 28, 2025, Tahirih’s Director of Public Policy Casey Carter Swegman issued the following statement: “Everyone in the United States deserves to live […]
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Our April at Tahirih: Reflections from Our CEO
Dear Friends, The Tahirih Justice Center is named after a Persian woman who was killed for her beliefs and actions in pursuit of equality for women. Her last words were, […]
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The Alliance for Immigrant Survivors Stands with Jennifer Vasquez Sura
The Alliance for Immigrant Survivors is a national network of advocates and organizations working to end domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other forms of abuse. Our goal is […]
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Alliance for Immigrant Survivors Applauds WISE Act Introduction During Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Jayapal legislation would “ensure that every survivor of domestic and sexual violence knows that reaching out for help will be safer than staying silent.” FALLS CHURCH – Everyone deserves to […]