“…For example, rural victims report limited services, difficulty obtaining appointments, lack of qualified providers, and little access to confidential services among victim agencies (Logan et al, 2004). In addition, rural service providers indicate having fewer training opportunities, fewer resources, and a larger geographic catchment area, making it harder to meet the needs of victims (Gillespie et al, 2021; Yun et al, 2009). Rural providers also have concerns about their ability to provide culturally centered services, including hiring appropriate providers to serve specific communities, such as Native American communities (Gillespie et al, 2021).…”