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Live Violence Free has an opportunity for everyone to get involved. From donating $20 a month to volunteering 2 hours a week giving out food, or attending our annual Peace & Harmony event for a night of music and community, we’re excited to have you be a part of the LVF family. Together is the only way we will achieve a community free from violence.

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Every contribution makes an influential difference in a survivor’s life. Whether it’s a winter jacket or a monthly donation, any contribution makes a large impact. See how you can donate today!

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Your time is valuable and what better way to add value to the community than by helping a survivor in need. Consider becoming a H.E.A.R.T. volunteer today!

Events

In an effort to realize our vision of a violence-free community, Live Violence Free hosts impactful events throughout the year to educate and engage the trailblazers in our community. Check out our exciting events!

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Becoming a crisis counselor and working with survivors of abuse is a rewarding way to get involved. Learn how you can sign up for classes today!

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Our shared vision is only possible through the dedication of many diverse and caring individuals joining together. We would love to see you as part of the LVF team!

Donate
Every contribution makes an influential difference in a survivor’s life. Whether it’s a winter jacket or a monthly donation, any contribution makes a large impact. See how you can donate today!
Volunteer
Your time is valuable and what better way to add value to the community than by helping a survivor in need. Consider becoming a H.E.A.R.T. volunteer today!
Events
In an effort to realize our vision of a violence-free community, Live Violence Free hosts impactful events throughout the year to educate and engage the trailblazers in our community. Check out our exciting events!
Crisis Intervention Training
Becoming a crisis counselor and working with survivors of abuse is a rewarding way to get involved. Learn how you can sign up for classes today!
Employment
Our shared vision is only possible through the dedication of many diverse and caring individuals joining together. We would love to see you as part of the LVF team!
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Kevin's Story

Live Violence Free continued to provide counseling and single fatherhood resources to Kevin while he reestablished a new life in a nearby community. Kevin recently shared that he is now mentoring other victims of male domestic violence and routinely speaks out at meetings to raise awareness around the marginalized subject.”

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Kevin's Story

Male Domestic Violence

There was a knock at the door. It was her. Pleading to take her back, she declared she was a changed woman this time. She told me she hadn’t touched a drink in a year and that she’d been working on herself. As I looked into her eyes, I could see that innocent little girl desperately crying out for love. She asked to come in, and two months later, she began moving in her belongings. 

Things were going good for six months until one night she came home belligerent and reeking of hard alcohol. It started with slamming doors, then verbal profanities, followed by three punches to my head. The last one broke her hand. Months of this behavior continued, all while I was too prideful to say anything to coworkers or friends. 

I wanted to believe that my love could save her, that she could change. She became pregnant and we had a baby girl. I thought having our daughter would change things for the better, but the abuse just continued. Only this time she attacked me with our daughter in my arms. I finally had a breakdown, I couldn’t do it anymore. I built up the courage to leave and sought out Live Violence Free for legal guidance to obtain full child custody. While attending court, Live Violence Free simultaneously provided me with counseling, peer support, and additional resources to get back on my feet. 

At first I struggled with speaking out about my abuse, I was ashamed by societal stereotypes that label abuse against men as taboo. I thought I would look weak and foolish to my friends and coworkers. Live Violence Free helped me break free from the emotional trauma and regain my confidence and self-respect. This helped me to show up to court poised and prepared, ultimately leading to joint custody of our daughter. 

Live Violence Free continued to provide counseling and single fatherhood resources to Kevin while he reestablished a new life in a nearby community. Kevin recently shared that he is now mentoring other victims of male domestic violence and routinely speaks out at meetings to raise awareness around the marginalized subject.

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