At RESPOND, much of our work begins during moments of crisis. Many survivors come to us after an incident has already occurred. In those moments, our priority is clear: immediate safety, emotional support, and connecting people to resources. As the Director of Domestic Violence Prevention Programs, I often ask: how could communities recognize domestic violenceRead More
Survivor-Centered Care: How We Live It at RESPOND
So, what does survivor-centered care really mean at RESPOND? For us, it’s not just a philosophy—it’s a practice we follow daily. It means we start with the survivor as the expert in their own life. We center their voice, choices, and lived experience, even when those choices don’t match what we might recommend. Take Elizabeth,Read More
The Overlap Between Domestic Violence and the Child Welfare System
When we talk about domestic violence, it’s important to remember what it really is: a pattern of behavior used to gain power and control in an intimate relationship. That control can take many forms—physical, emotional, sexual, spiritual, and financial are just a few. Abuse gradually strips away a survivor’s resources, health, freedom, and sense ofRead More