Programs

ACADV PROGRAMS THE S.A.I.L PROJECT The goal of the S.A.I.L Project is to reach individuals who might not call the crisis hotline or visit a shelter, but still need help dealing with the effects of domestic violence in their relationship. Specialists Will Work with Survivors to: Address the underlying problem of domestic violence. Obtain employment and […]

Resources

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND RESOURCES COMMON MYTHS AND FACTS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE STATISTICS IN THEIR WORDS A SURVIVORS STORY FOR EMPLOYERS Myth 1: Domestic violence does not affect many people. Fact: It is the single most common source of injury to survivors, more common than automobile accidents, muggings, and rape by a stranger combined.   Myth 2: His […]

Get Help

FIND HELP NEAR YOU CRISIS HOTLINE SHELTERS LEGAL SERVICES SAFETY PLANNING Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you are a survivor, you can get help. We care. We will listen.The ACADV is dedicated to serving you. If you have concerns about your safety, please call the Alabama Domestic Violence Hotline. […]

Awareness

KNOW THE WARNING SIGNS OF AN ABUSIVE PARTNER EMERGENCY SITUATIONS ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIPS CHILDREN WHO WITNESS TEEN DATING VIOLENCE All battering is dangerous; one push or shove can quickly escalate to a life-threatening situation. Battering increases in frequency and severity over time. Certain behaviors, actions and words by an abuser, however, indicate particular danger for you. […]