Just Launched: Our State of The Field Report
One year ago, we released our inaugural Together We Rise report, shedding light on the nuanced challenges faced by South Asian survivors, anti-violence organizations, and our communities. To kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month this year, we are excited to unveil our inaugural national data report—the State of the Field: Data from the Frontlines of the South Asian GBV 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.
Our deep appreciation goes to the organizations, survivors, and advocates who have generously shared their voices and stories to shape this historic effort.
For us, this launch goes beyond unveiling new data; it's about amplifying the voices that have been silenced for far too long. Never before have we collected such comprehensive and nuanced data, and now we call upon funders and policymakers to make the necessary investments to grow the essential work of South Asian GBV organizations.
We invite you to explore the data, delve into the narratives, and join us in a dialogue that can shape a joyous and more equitable future for South Asian survivors and communities.
The need for the State of the Field was born out of the realization that data about South Asian GBV organizations had never been collected on the national scale, severely limiting our ability to advocate for funding or programs for South Asian survivors and communities. This report is a significant milestone towards closing that gap in research.
In it, you’ll find numbers and narratives that illustrate the lives, struggles, and journeys of South Asian survivors, through the lens of the remarkable community-based organizations (CBOs) 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.
South Asian GBV Organizations: We offer insight into the community-based organizations dedicated to serving South Asian survivors, including over 50 programs, services, and initiatives designed to support survivors.
The cover art for the State of the Field report was created by Naurin Islam, Deputy Director at Sapna NYC, one of SOAR’s very own member organizations!
The artwork represents various facets of the lives of South Asian survivors—from seeking help to taking care of community, finding economic security, and advocating for ourselves. We hope you enjoy this beautiful mural, and read the report to explore the art more!
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