Who is most responsible for the creation of the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence in 1978?

The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) was established in 1978 primarily through the efforts of women's advocates who recognized the need for a coordinated national effort to address the issue of domestic violence. While the U.S. Commission of Civil Rights has played a role in studying and addressing various civil rights issues, the coalition emerged from grassroots activism spearheaded by women’s advocates and organizations. This foundation was instrumental in pushing for greater legal protections and social change concerning domestic violence.

The National Organization for Women has been active in women's rights, but it is the specific coalition of advocates and their efforts that led to the formation of the NCADV. The American Bar Association focuses on the legal profession and law reform rather than being a leading entity in establishing coalitions for social issues like domestic violence. Similarly, while women's advocates in Congress certainly have influenced legislation and awareness around domestic violence, they were not the sole creators of the NCADV.

This context highlights that the organization's roots lie not just within one institution but within the broader movement for women's rights and the active participation of various advocates across different sectors.