A comparative study of agencies assisting domestic violence victims: Does the South Asian community have special needs?

This paper presents the results of a questionnaire of 12 South Asian agenci es nationwide that work predominantly with domestic violence victims of Sou th Asian origin. Based on the analysis of their responses to questions that compare their strengths, ideology, ethnic specific intervention approaches , and challenges they face, this article demonstrates their relevance and t he role they play in meeting the needs of a growing number of women who see k help.