2008 Gala (PDF)

Who We Are . . .

• We are a recognized leader in Virginia’s response to sexual and domestic violence.
• We are a coalition of people and agencies devoted to ending sexual and domestic violence.
• We have a 25-year history of working to make Virginia violence-free.

What We Believe . . .

• Everyone is affected by sexual and domestic violence
• Everyone has the right to live free of sexual and domestic violence.
• Everyone can take action to enforce that right.

What We Do . . .

• We bring people together to build networks and to learn from one another in order to make Virginia safer.
• We educate individuals, communities, professionals, and legislators on how to stop sexual and domestic violence from happening and how to help those who have been hurt by violence.
• We make sure your community has necessary resources to respond effectively to sexual and domestic violence.
• We advocate for people affected by sexual and domestic violence to make sure they get the help they need.

Click here to review The Action Alliance's Report to Governor Kaine's Commission on Sexual Violence

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