The purpose of the project is to test
empirically the findings of a focus group study "Identification of
Early Warning Signs and Protective Factors in Intimate Violence
Prevention" by conducting an early warning signs and protective
factors random digit dial survey. The survey will gather data from
approximately 2,700 women using an interview protocol which was
developed and pilot tested. Findings of the survey will be used by
Federal agencies to support current activities and initiate
research to contribute to reducing partner violence.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
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these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.