West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence | Charleston WV

The West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WVCADV) is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to addressing domestic violence in West Virginia. Founded in 1981, WVCADV consists of the Coalition Statewide Office and 14 licensed domestic violence programs. WVCADV offers a range of services and programs to support individuals and families affected by domestic violence.

The organization provides crisis counseling, emergency shelter, information and referral services, legal advocacy, children's services, and batterer intervention programs. They also offer community education and collaborative advocacy initiatives to raise awareness and improve system responses to domestic violence. WVCADV works in partnership with healthcare, law enforcement, courts, social services, education, victim services, and other organizations to create safer environments for families.

The organization's representatives participate in national organizations, bringing updated research and model initiatives to state and local collaboratives. The licensed domestic violence programs, available in every county in the state, provide free and confidential assistance, including safety planning, shelter, 24-hour emergency hotlines, support groups, and access to community resources. To learn more about the West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence and their services, visit their website or contact them directly