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|  Challenges faced by immigrant victims of domestic violence are especially relevant in New York City where 36% of the population is foreign-born, and over 120 different languages and dialects are spoken. Risk Factors Special Concerns Help for Immigrant Victims Privacy Policy for Immigrants Language Benefits Additional Links  Risk Factors A 2004 research report showed that young foreign-born women are at highest risk for domestic violence homicide in New York City.* * New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). 2004. Femicide in New York City: 1995-2002. DOHMH: New York, New York. Read more (in PDF ) Special Concerns Immigrant victims may depend on the abuser for language interpretation, a green card, finances, and basic needs. As with any victim of domestic violence, the abuser may prevent the victim from working or going to school, and may threaten to take the children if the victim tells anyone about the abuse. For many victims of abuse, shame and fear of being disowned by family and friends may discourage victims from getting help. Help for Immigrant Victims Legal staff of partner organizations on site at the New York City Family Justice Centers can assist victims with immigration issues for which they may have federal remedies such as special status as a victim of domestic violence under the Violence Against Women Act, asylum, U-Visa as a victim of crime cooperating with prosecution, naturalization, and employment authorization. The Centers provide language interpretation and culturally specific services to clients through its partners, including assistance with filing a police report, obtaining an order of protection, divorce and custody matters, counseling, and obtaining public assistance. Privacy Policy for Immigrants Mayor Bloomberg signed Executive Order 41 in September, 2003, which states that “it shall be the policy of the Police Department not to inquire about the immigration status of crime victims, witnesses, or others who call or approach the police seeking assistance.” Learn more about Executive Order 41 Language The Centers have partner organizations with staff members who speak over 20 languages between the two Centers. In addition, Language Line interpretation services in over 150 languages are available at both Family Justice Centers. Benefits Immigrants may access many government benefits. Get the list of benefits Additional Links Get more information about services for immigrants Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs
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