IVAT Centers, also known as the Institute on Violence Abuse and Trauma, is a leading international resource and training center committed to addressing and ending violence and abuse. Founded in 1984, IVAT is headquartered in San Diego, California, with satellite offices in Hawai`i and Maryland. IVAT offers a comprehensive range of products and services to promote violence-free living.

They host two international summits annually, publish three academic journals, and provide program evaluation, consultation, and a wide array of trainings addressing violence, abuse, and trauma. These trainings can be used for specialty certificates and continuing education. IVAT also offers vital professional and clinical services to individuals in San Diego County and beyond.

With a vision of a world free from violence, abuse, and trauma, IVAT believes in collaboration across systems. Every $40 donation received allows them to provide one hour of psychological treatment services to a child, adolescent, or adult affected by violence, abuse, or trauma in San Diego County. Join IVAT in their mission to promote violence-free living and put an end to violence and abuse