title: [Domestic violence in lesbians: the experience of a community group in Quebec].
abstract: Intervention and research in same-sex relationship domestic violence is a newly emerging field. The Groupe d'intervention en violence conjugale chez les lesbiennes (GIVCL) is the first francophone community organization in Quebec to provide support for lesbians who are victims of domestic violence. Realizing that there were very few resources and services adapted to the specific needs of lesbians, the GIVCL provides support groups for victims, offers training sessions, and participates in research in this area. The GIVCL seeks to share its experience and concerns with other groups. This article outlines the GIVCL's program, discusses the growth and limitations of the program, and suggests approaches that can lead to the development of services that are better adapted to the needs of the lesbian community.
authors.affiliation: Groupe d'intervention en violence conjugale chez les lesbiennes (GIVCL), CP. 47577, C.O.P. Plateau Mont-Royal, Montréal (Québec) H2H 2S8. givcl@qc.aira.com
authors.forename: Suzie
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Bordeleau
authors.forename: Karol
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: O'Brien
mesh_terms: D003156:Community Mental Health Services; D017579:Domestic Violence / Q000517:prevention & control; D005260:Female; D018452:Homosexuality, Female / Q000523:psychology; D006801:Humans; D008960:Models, Psychological; D016730:Program Development; D011792:Quebec; D012106:Research; D012657:Self-Help Groups