The State of the Field Report

One year ago, we released our inaugural Together We Rise report, shedding light on the complex and nuanced challenges faced by South Asian survivors, anti-violence organizations, and our communities. This Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we are excited to unveil our inaugural comprehensive national data report—the State of the Field: Data from the Frontlines of the South Asian Gender-Based Violence Work. This data isn't just groundbreaking; it holds the potential to reshape the landscape of support and services for South Asian survivors of gender-based violence.

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This dataset comprises numbers and narratives that illustrate the lives, struggles, and journeys of South Asian survivors, through the lens of the remarkable community-based organizations that serve them.

Through the State of the Field report, we offer an intimate look into the following:

• South Asian Survivors: We delve into the experiences, needs, and backgrounds of survivors who have sought support from CBOs across the nation. It paints a vivid picture of the diversity of survivors' backgrounds, their lived experiences, and the complex barriers they face. 

• South Asian GBV Organizations: We offer insight into the community-based organizations dedicated to serving South Asian survivors, including every program, service, and initiative designed to support survivors. This data also sheds light on the impact of COVID-19 on organizations’ staff, funding, and programs.