Center Against Domestic Violence

What most drew me to the Center Against Domestic Violence’s Board was their Relationship Abuse Prevention Program (RAPP). Read More »

Puede estar en un a relación de abuso si su pareja Read More »

El abuso en las relaciones es cualquier tipo de comportamiento dirigido ... Read More »

If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. If you need to speak with someone, call one of these hotlines. Read More »

Every victim of domestic abuse should develop a Personalized Safety Plan. In creating your own plan, we encourage you to work with an advocate who can help you explore your options and identify local resources. Read More »

Call our 24-hour hotline, or reach out online. Read More »

In a healthy relationship, both partners should feel safe with each other at all times. If that’s not the way you feel in your relationship, here are some things you can do to plan for your safety. Read More »

Find national and local online information about domestic violence. Read More »

Relationship Abuse is any behavior where the aim is to gain or maintain power and control over a partner. See the different tactics batterers use to control their partners. Read More »

You may be in an abusive relationship if your partner... Read More »

A good relationship is a healthy relationship. Find out if you have a healthy relationship with your partner. Read More »

What most drew me to the Center Against Domestic Violence’s Board was their Relationship Abuse Prevention Program (RAPP). Emily Quevedo Hira, Board Member Read More »

You can help us combat domestic violence and transform lives by making a donation today. Donate online, by mail, or by telephone. Read More »

Through the Center Against Domestic Violence, corporations have the opportunity to make a difference in an area that affects their workers and their communities. Read More »

There is a difference between a good relationship and an abusive one. To prevent teen relationship abuse, learn to recognize what is a healthy relationship and what is relationship abuse. Read More »

Changing the Vibe - March 15th 2012 - Celebrate our innovative Relationships are Elementary program for preteens! Read More »

If someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse, you can help by showing your concern and offering your support. Read More »

NYC Council Restores RAPP Funding. Thank you New Yorkers. Read More »

This October – Domestic Violence Awareness month - The Maria Project will team up with the Center Against Domestic Violence to give voice to the many untold stories of family violence. The Center will partner with the Maria Project on October 27 at the Baruch Performing Arts Center to host performer Marcella Goheen in her touring solo show The Maria Project. Read More »

December 8, CADVNY is joining forces with LIZ CLAIBORNE INC. and its other partners for It's Time to Talk Day, an annual event that encourages greater public dialogue about domestic violence. Read More »

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Join us October 28 for an evening of music and festivity honoring DoSomething.org CEO Nancy Lublin and former CADVNY officers Liz Ann Doherty, Jane Krieger, Bill Milton and Ann Thibodeau. Read More »

Help save RAPP March 8 marks the 99th International Women’s Day, to celebrate women's advancement and highlight the need for continued vigilance and action. This Women’s Day I will testify at the New York City Council, fighting to save the Center Against Domestic Violence signature prevention program, Teen Relationship Abuse Prevention Program - RAPP. Read More »

We need you to help save RAPP! Please go to the Mayor’s feed back page and simply copy and paste the letter below with your signature. Your voice needs to be heard to save RAPP. Read More »

Center Against Domestic Violence and Brooklyn BP Marty Markowitz are co-sponsoring an event to mark Teen Date Violence Awareness & Prevention Month. Read More »

It is humbling when somebody who puts himself in the line of fire to ensure our freedom thanks us. Recently, a young soldier on leave from Iraq visited our shelter to give us a generous gift - he wanted to help the children of Women's Safe Start the way we helped his family reach safety in 2002. Read More »

Center Against Domestic Violence, New York City’s leader in teen date violence prevention will participate this year in It’s Time to Talk Day. This national event gives Americans the opportunity to talk about relationship abuse. The Center’s Deputy Director Rona Solomon will be part of Liz Claiborne Radio Row. The Center’s teen peer leaders will distribute literature and lapel pins at New York City high schools and intermediate schools. Read More »

Barrie Levy, nationally renowned domestic and sexual violence trainer and author of What Parents Need to Know About Dating Violence, will moderate the Center Against Domestic Violence panel of experts, Tuesday, October 27, 2009, from 8:00am to 9:30am at the Harvard Club of NYC, 35 West 44th Street. Tickets cost $100 and include a continental breakfast. Read More »

Our wide variety of recreational programs for both women and children help residents adjust to life in a shelter while also building their self-confidence and a sense of community. Read More »

Our dedicated team of professionals does everything possible to move residents from victims to survivors and equip them for lives free from domestic abuse. Read More »

The Center Against Domestic Violence opened the first publicly funded domestic violence shelter in New York State in 1977. Since then we have expanded to three full service shelters that provide sanctuary for 1000 victims of domestic abuse each year. Read More »

Mudarse a un nuevo hogar y empezando una vida nueva puede ser una tarea deprimente, especialmente para una mujer que ha sido dependiente de su abusador. Read More »

Almost from the moment we entered the United States, my husband Edward started putting me down. Read More »

My boyfriend and I were so happy and in love until I cheated. Read More »

Our efforts to transform lives and end relationship abuse would not be possible without the combined investments of the public and private sectors. Read More »

The Center Against Domestic Violence was among the first organizations in the country working to end domestic violence. Read More »

The CADV Board of Directors and executive staff are comprised of dedicated and passionate leaders. Read More »

The Center Against Domestic Violence leads the way to a society free from abuse by offering education and prevention programs and promoting well-being and economic independence for survivors of abuse. Read More »

The Center Against Domestic Violence was the first organization in New York to offer a program to prevent teen relationship abuse. Today we are the premier provider of this year-round service, teaching tens of thousands of students at twelve high schools about healthy relationships. Read More »

All teens, regardless of ethnicity, or socioeconomic background are vulnerable to relationship violence. Relationship abuse also happens in same-sex relationships. Read More »