At Jane Doe Inc. we work to amplify the voices of all who are impacted by sexual and domestic violence and to undo the social injustices that perpetuate an abuse of power. We work with our coalition members and a host of public and private partners to create policies and explore innovative solutions that improve the lives of survivors.

Oct 9, 2024 · PRESS RELEASE: Jane Doe Inc. Leads 2024 Advocacy Day on Beacon Hill to Support Key Legislative and Budget Priorities. by jdi-admin | Mar 20, 2024 | Press Release, What's New

Jane Doe Inc. (JDI), the Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence, applauds the Massachusetts House for unanimously passing H.4241, An Act to Prevent Abuse and Exploitation. This legislation will advance essential protections for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence across the Commonwealth, including ...

Jane Doe Inc. does not provide any crisis or direct services. If you need help now, would like to speak with a trained advocate, or are looking for other resources, find programs in Massachusetts.

As a statewide coalition, Jane Doe Inc. works to create a world with gender equity, racial justice and safety for all.

JDI’s policy and systems advocacy efforts on behalf of survivors. are a pillar of the Coalition’s work Your support allows us to sit at decision making tables, educate policy makers, and mobilize support for programs that provide life-saving work every single day.

Stalking is a form of gender-based violence and is also crime. Legal definitions of stalking vary from state to state. In Massachusetts, there are laws that address stalking behavior and patterns and provide legal and civil recourse for victims.

Rape Crisis Centers (sexual assault programs) hotlines and services – click here Intimate Partner Abuse Education Program – click here Call for Change Helpline (for people who are at risk of using abuse and control in their intimate partnerships; and for family and friends) – click here Children Exposed to Domestic Violence – click here ...

Jane Doe Inc. (JDI), the Massachusetts Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence, applauds the Massachusetts Senate for once again passing S.268, An Act Relative to Healthy Youth. It’s now incumbent on the House of Representatives to step up and pass this vitally important legislation without delay.

As advocates for survivors of domestic and sexual violence, Jane Doe Inc. calls for the prompt release of certain groups of people incarcerated in Massachusetts to reduce the rampant spread of COVID-19 and to protect all survivors of domestic and sexual violence, including those who are in jails, prison or detention facilities.