PCADV is monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic closely and is providing daily guidance to its network of local domestic violence programs across the Commonwealth. Our programs will continue providing direct services, and we are collectively making every effort possible to ensure minimal disruption in services.
We have gathered information and resources for victims, survivors, advocates, domestic violence programs, and the general public and will continue to update that information as the situation develops.
Tackling Domestic Violence in Pennsylvania
PCADV’s 59 community-based domestic violence programs work every day to create pathways to safety and justice for victims of domestic violence and their children, working collaboratively to end the domestic violence epidemic in Pennsylvania.
Domestic Violence Statistics
victims died from domestic violence in Pennsylvania in 2020
served/year Pennsylvania’s local domestic violence programs help victims & their children find safety
deaths from domestic violence in Pennsylvania over the past 10 years
The numbers — the stories — are staggering.
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Be an advocate for survivors of domestic violence.
You can use your voice to stand with survivors and support the mission to end domestic violence. By signing up to become an advocate, you will receive action alerts when your voice is needed to encourage your state and federal representatives to support legislation that will help victims and survivors of domestic violence. A few minutes of your time can help make a huge difference for victims and survivors.
You can help us stop abuse and rebuild survivors’ lives.
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PCADV’s Economic Justice Campaign helps provide financial empowerment & life-saving resources to survivors and their families as they find a path to safety and rebuild their lives.
Survivor Story “I was finally in control of my destiny.”
“… When the Judge granted the Protection From Abuse Order (PFA) I wanted to shout out loud. Instead, I thanked her, I smiled, I turned and walked out of the courtroom to the rest of my life. I was finally in control of my destiny.” -Survivor
You can help victims like her regain control of their lives.
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Jan 26
Ask an Advocate: Human Trafficking
Facebook LiveEvery other month, PCADV specialists will sit and talk with you about important issues in our movement. During this live video, they will answer questions, provide tips, refer to local programs, share volunteer opportunities, and how to get involved, upcoming events, legislative efforts, or current initiatives. This month, PCADV is hosting a panel discussion on GivingTuesday about the importance of flexible housing solutions for survivors of domestic violence. This Ask-an-Advocate initiative is open to the public via our digital platforms. The event is not in-person. An RSVP is not required. For more information, please email Lauren Duff at lduff@pcadv.org.
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Feb 25
Financial Security for Crime Survivors
Facebook EventFinancial abuse occurs in 98% of abusive relationships and is the number one reason victims stay in or return to abusive relationships. We can reduce this abuse by normalizing discussion around this topic, which is why the Pennsylvania Commission for Women is hosting the Financial Security for Crime Survivors webinar. Join us to learn about: the impact of financial abuse on survivors, financial security for survivors and families, access to victims’ compensation, the importance of pay equity, and resources available to help survivors recover from financial abuse
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WorldwideBy signing up to become an advocate, you will receive action alerts when your voice is needed to encourage your state and federal representatives to support legislation that will help victims and survivors of domestic violence. PCADV will make it fast and easy for you to identify your representatives and provide messaging to send to them. A few minutes of your time can help make a huge difference for victims and survivors.
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