Program areas at Partners for Peace
1)24-hour helpline/individual advocacy - through a 24-hour, free and confidential helpline and through in-person meetings, we provide short-term crisis intervention, safety planning, information, referrals, and support as requested by the people affected by domestic abuse. In fiscal year 2023, 1,934 individuals were served for a total of 9,913 unique sessions of advocacy.
4)legal program - information about and assistance with completing protection from abuse and harassment orders is offered on the helpline and in-person at safe locations throughout our community . Court accompaniment and limited legal representation is also available. We provide information and referrals for representation regarding family law, including parental rights and responsibilities, and information about criminal processes. In fiscal year 2023, 535 individuals received support from an advocate regarding a civil court needs, while 99 survivors connected with an advocate about criminal court matters.
2)emergency shelter program - we provide confidential, emergency shelter and housing options for victims of domestic abuse, including children and pets. Shelter and housing advocates are available to help guests explore permanent housing solutions, apply for benefits, secure childcare, and access other supports like healthcare and counseling. In fiscal year 2023, 55 individuals were housed in our shelter program for a total of 3,153 bed nights.
3)prevention and community education-we provide training, education, awareness and systems advocacy in many venues and all sectors of the community including schools and other youth-based organizations, businesses, healthcare, childcare, faith communities, the legal system, child protective services, social service providers and many more. At age appropriately levels, our prevention program focuses on lessons that teach non-violent conflict resolution, communication skills, and how to identify healthy and unhealthy behaviors in a relationship. In fiscal year, 2023 community education and trainings were provided to 620 individuals, and prevention activities were provided to 895 youth.