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Domestic Violence Resources Directory
If you’re struggling to cope in an abusive relationship, you’re not alone. Experts estimate that over 10 million Americans are affected by domestic violence every year. Whether it’s physical or verbal abuse, it’s not OK, and you can take action to stop it. These vetted helplines are here for you.
New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:The NMCADV provides statewide leadership as a voice for victims and survivors of domestic violence and the programs that serve them. We advocate for positive social change, provide training, build alliances, secure resources and develop public policy to eliminate domestic violence.
History:
Established in 1979 and incorporated on May 15, 1981, New Mexico Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NMCADV) has been workin ...g to achieve a coordinated local, regional and statewide response to domestic violence. The coalition serves as a clearinghouse for information and referrals. We collaborate with agencies and advocates in the areas of program development, public policy, education and funding proposals. NMCADV revolves around five values including integrity, respect, collaboration, innovation and courage. Read More »
For Men, For Women, For Children/Teens, For Elders, Non-profits
Location
Santa Fe, NM
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New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:We work to create and support the social change necessary to prevent and confront all forms of domestic violence.
History:
The New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NYSCADV) is a not-for-profit membership organization. A recognized le ...ader for over 30 years, NYSCADV works to ensure the provision of effective and appropriate services to survivors through community outreach, training, technical assistance, and policy development. Since its inception in 1978 in Woodstock, NY, NYSCADV has been a driving force in the development of hundreds of programs throughout New York State that provide services for individuals affected by domestic violence and their children. As the only statewide domestic violence coalition in New York, members include residential and non-residential programs from across the state, allied organizations that serve individuals who are or have been abused, and concerned individuals who share NYSCADV’s goal of ending domestic violence.Read More »
For Men, For Women, For Children/Teens, For Elders, Non-profits
Location
Albany, NY
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North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:The mission of NCCADV is to create social change through the elimination of the institutional, cultural, and individual oppressions that contribute to domestic violence.
History:
Founded in 1981, NCCADV is a non-profit organization that is committed to ending domestic violence in the state of North Caro ...lina and across the nation. We provide training and technical support to local domestic violence programs across the state. We operate from the understanding that survivor's voices guide and inform the work of the movement to end violence against women. The NCCADV serves victims of all forms of oppression, including, but not limited to: sexism, racism, and homophobia. We believe it is critical to serve all domestic violence survivors, regardless of race, age, class and ethnic group, sexual orientation, gender identity, mental and physical abilities, religious and spiritual beliefs, and immigration status.Read More »
For Men, For Women, For Children/Teens, For Elders, Non-profits
Location
Durham, NC
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North Dakota Council on Abused Women’s Services
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:CAWS North Dakota is a dual coalition of 20 member crisis intervention centers. These nonprofit entities provide 24-hour crisis intervention, advocacy, protective housing, referrals, and peer support.
History:
The North Dakota Council on Abused Women’s Services (NDCAWS) began 1978 as an informal group of five crisis intervention ce ...nters organized across the state of North Dakota to provide shelter and advocacy to battered women – very similar to how the battered women’s movement began across the country. The year 1979 was critical, solidifying a statewide coalition through the passage of the state’s first domestic violence protection order statute. In June of 1980, the coalition was incorporated in the State of North Dakota. In 1981, a director was hired through the federal Law Enforcement Assistance Administration grant. The work of these pioneering women is represented in our logo today by purple petals. The six petals of advocacy in our logo stand for hope, respect and validation, confidentiality, connection, information and boundaries. Read More »
How We Help:ODVN maintains a commitment to the empowerment of battered women and children as well as to the elimination of personal, institutional and cultural violence.
History:
Founded in 1987, The Ohio Domestic Violence Network is an active and long-standing member of both the National Coalition Agai ...nst Domestic Violence and the National Network to End Domestic Violence Network. The ODVN advances the principles that all people have the right to an oppression and violence free life; fosters changes in our economic, social and political systems; and brings leadership, expertise and best practices to community programs. ODVN's structure reflects its philosophy and commitment to collective decision-making and egalitarian relations. ODVN operates as a membership organization and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors meets quarterly and consists of 18 people who are representatives from active member domestic violence organizations, community members and survivors of domestic violence. Read More »
Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:The mission of the Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is to organize and mobilize member programs to prevent and eliminate sexual and domestic violence and stalking in the State of Oklahoma and in Indian Country.
History:
The Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault (OCADVSA) is the membership organization of Oklahoma’s ...domestic violence and sexual assault service providers, consisting of 28 Attorney General certified agencies and 3 tribal programs. At a meeting in April 1979, cemented the formation of the Oklahoma Coalition on Domestic Violence, and the first shelter for battered women opened on March 5, 1979, in Enid, Oklahoma. Oklahoma Coalition on Domestic Violence was incorporated on July 17, 1981. In the 1990’s the name changed to the Oklahoma Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. OCADVSA is a federally funded state coalition. We are dedicated to the elimination of domestic & sexual violence and stalking in Oklahoma and Indian Country. We provide resoruces, training, advocacy information, and referalls. Read More »
For Men, For Women, For Children/Teens, For Elders
Location
Oklahoma City, OK
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Action Ohio Coalition For Battered Women
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:ACTION OHIO’s mission is to promote quality programs, services, and resources to survivors of domestic violence. Our goal is to ensure equal rights and empowerment for all individuals as we work toward the eradication of family violence in our society.
History:
As the Women’s Movement grew and flourished during the ‘70’s, the National YWCA charged its state affiliates with condu ...cting a needs assessment of women and girls. Following a series of meetings attended by YWCA members and other activists from all over Ohio, it was decided to form an independent organization, known as Action-For Battered Women in Ohio Coalition. Early activities included speaking engagements, media appearances, workshops and conferences about battered women. During those years members became involved with making legislative changes, at both the state and federal levels. In the ‘90’s the organization’s name was officially changed to ACTION OHIO Coalition For Battered Women with the ultimate vision being the elimination of violence.Read More »
Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence (OCADSV) promotes equity and social change in order to end violence for all communities.
History:
The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is a non-profit, feminist organization that was founded in 1978. Th ...e member programs that serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence in communities across the state comprise the core of the Coalition. As an organization, the Coalition's efforts have been directed toward providing technical assistance, training and public education to local crisis centers and communities; engaging in systems advocacy; and supporting multi-disciplinary efforts to develop effective agency protocols. These activities promote the awareness of sexual assault and domestic violence, enhance systemic responses to victims and their families, and support innovative approaches to ending domestic and sexual violence.Read More »
For Women, For LGBT, For Children/Teens, For Elders, Non-profits
Location
Portland, OR
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Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:A private, nonprofit membership organization, PCADV is dedicated to ending domestic violence and helping battered women and their children re-establish physical, social, and economic dignity. PCADV ensures the availability of effective and appropriate services to victims through training, program development, and monitoring of programs for compliance with federal and state requirements as well as the Coalition's comprehensive program standards.
History:
Since 1976, PCADV's statewide network has grown from nine to 60 community-based domestic violence programs that offer a lifel ...ine to safety in every county of the Commonwealth without regard to age, sex, race, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation/identity, or economic status.
These programs serve nearly 100,000 victims of domestic violence each year - more than 2.5 million since 1976 - through intervention services that are provided free of charge and include 24 hour hotlines, crisis centers, individual and group counseling/support, shelter, assistance in filing PFA petitions, court accompaniment, children's programs, and referrals to other community resources.
PCADV also works to eliminate the crime of domestic violence through public education and school-based programs as well as training and technical assistance to organizations, communities, and policy-makers.
PCADV advocates on behalf of battered women through the promotion of public policies and the development of legislation that strengthens their legal protections.Read More »
For Women, For Children/Teens, For Elders, Non-profits, Shelters
Location
Harrisburg, PA
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Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Resource
How We Help:We pledge our commitment to achieve the vision of a society where domestic violence is not tolerated through providing high-quality services, effective education and leadership.
History:
The Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence (RICADV) is an organization dedicated to ending domestic violence. We we ...re formed in 1979 to support and assist the six domestic violence agencies in Rhode Island. We not only support and give leadership to the six member agencies but also strive to create justice for victims and to create awareness on the issue of domestic violence in RI. The purpose of the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic Violence is to eliminate domestic violence in Rhode Island. Our mission is to support and enhance the work of our member agencies and to provide leadership on the issue of domestic violence.Read More »
