The VAWA Emergency Transfer Plan must include steps for facilitating transfers for whom?

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Emergency transfer planning under VAWA centers on safety for victims of violence, giving them a pathway to relocate to a secure unit when there is a risk to their safety. The plan must spell out how to facilitate a transfer specifically for those individuals who are experiencing domestic violence (and related violence-related crimes in broader texts). This includes clear steps for requesting an emergency transfer, what verification or documentation may be needed, who handles the processing, how the move is coordinated, and how the victim’s location and safety are protected throughout the process. The emphasis is on enabling victims to escape danger promptly, maintain confidentiality, and access support services as needed. Transfers for all tenants, staff, or new applicants are not the focus of this requirement, which is why the correct choice is the one that centers on victims of domestic violence.