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Domestic violence

can happen to anyone.

An ACADV domestic violence advocate can identify specific ways to help you stay safe, whether you choose to leave the relationship or not. Every situation is different, but safety planning is a crucial step in protecting yourself and your children.

Domestic violence can happen to anyone

An ACADV domestic violence advocate can identify specific ways to help you stay safe, whether you choose to leave the relationship or not. Every situation is different, but safety planning is a crucial step in protecting yourself and your children.

1.800.650.6522

Alabama Domestic Violence Hotline

1.800.799.7233

National Domestic Violence Hotline

If you have concerns about your safety, please call the Domestic Violence Hotline.

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Protect
Yourself

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Safety
Planning

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How to Help
A Friend

The mission of ACADV is to create opportunities for freedom from domestic violence through advocacy, education and the promotion of social intolerance of abuse. The ACADV strives to:

Prevent domestic violence against women by exposing its root causes.

Ensure the availability of services for domestic violence survivors.

Help survivors and their families rebuild their lives.

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Alabama Families Safe