Government Affairs

Public advocacy involves individuals and organizations directly in the process of public policy-making. By voicing our opinions, communicating with elected officials, advocating for legislation, working with government agencies and organizing in communities, the public helps shape the very rules by which we, our family and our community are governed.

Guided by our mission, Jane Doe Inc.’s public advocacy efforts aim to develop and enhance sexual assault and domestic violence intervention and prevention services. As the statewide coordinating body for the Coalition Membership, Jane Doe Inc. amplifies the voices of survivors and providers on these matters of both public health and public safety. As the statewide coordinating body for the Coalition Membership, Jane Doe Inc. amplifies the voices of survivors and providers by actively engaging in the legislative, judicial, and administrative arenas. Follow these links to learn more about our current policy agenda:

FY 2009 State Budget Priorities
Legislative Agenda
VAWA Reauthorization
Legal Policy Work

To contact the Government Affairs Department, please email us at policy@janedoe.org.