Little systematic information is available on woman-battering interventions in small cities, towns, reservations, or rural areas. The authors describe Minnesota's experience in developing a statewide network of battered women's programs, almost half of which are located in low-population-density areas. The results of a systematic survey of 31 such programs are presented. These programs exhibit a high level of skill both in assessing the needs and particular culture of their area and in providing services with limited funding and personnel. Programs have also found creative solutions to problems by developing new funding sources and by creating statewide and local networks to further their goals.
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