Values

Anti-Oppression Framework: We understand domestic violence as gender-based violence, but there are many ways that people hate and divide themselves from one another.  AWS actively uses a holistic approach in eliminating all forms of violence and oppression, while promoting shared power and equal access.  All AWS constituents, including board, staff, volunteers, interns, relief workers, on-call language advocates, domestic violence survivors and community members, are committed to the powerful vision of living in a violence-free and safe environment.

Why Domestic Violence and Anti-Oppression?

The root cause of domestic violence is the abuse of power.

Gendered violence is minimized and misunderstood as "personal".

Everyone deserves safety.

Upholding peace, dignity and empowerment for all.

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