W. Va. Code § 48-26-202

Current through 2024 First Special Session
Section 48-26-202 - Advocacy defined

"Advocacy" means assisting victims and survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking or human trafficking, and their children, in securing rights, remedies and services, by directly providing for, or referring to public and private agencies to provide for, safety planning; shelter; housing; legal services; outreach; counseling; case management; information and referral; training; employment; child care; health care; transportation; financial literacy education, financial planning and related economic empowerment services; parenting and other educational services; and other support services.

W. Va. Code § 48-26-202

Amended by 2013 Acts, ch. 81 (HB 2603), eff. 4/12/2013.