Because when women enter into the court. sometimes that court system is not very friendly. and It can be very intimidating. So I am very pleased we were able to get that provision also in the bill. Women of color. as you know. are less likely to report incidents of domestic violence. and particularly immigrant women are even at a greater 51. Pt. 21 December 17. 2005 disadvantage when they are found to be in an abusive situation. Many times their spouses or loved ones will intimidate them with reporting them to the immigration to be deported. So we know that this legislation will go very far in providing protections for these women and their families. By addressing domestic violence in communities of color in a way that understands their culture and language and values. we greatly increase the chances of making a difference. not only in the lives of women but of their children and also other family members.
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Immigrant women are at a greater disadvantage in abusive situations because their spouses threaten them with deportation.