Citation

Libbus MK, Sable MR, Huneke D, Anger K. Empl. Assist. Q. 1999; 14(4): 1-15.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1999, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1300/J022v14n04_01

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

In this report we discuss the findings from two focus groups of low-income women. Women were queried regarding the relationship between violence from an intimate partner and the ability to be successfully employed or complete education and training programs. Participants reported partner's activities intended to discourage women's pursuit of school or work. They discussed having their clothing stolen or destroyed, books destroyed, and transportation disabled. They also reported being stalked and harassed at the work or training site. Welfare reform mandates that low-income women be assisted to achieve economic self-sufficiency. Since domestic violence adversely affects welfare-to-work efforts, study findings will be used to design model programs aimed at ameliorating the effects of domestic violence on job training and acquisition.