The Center is very honored to be taking part in the premiere of the new movie, “Because He Likes Me,” tonight at the Knight Nonprofit Center. The movie came about through partnership with several local organizations committed to reducing violence against women and girls. It seeks to raise awareness of the often subliminal ways in […]

The Gulf Coast Women’s Center For Nonviolence will host a walk on Saturday, May 17th,  at 11am in Bay St. Louis.  The event, initiated by members of the Hancock County domestic abuse survivors support group, is entitled “HOPE (Hang On, Pain Ends)” and is meant to raise awareness and support for survivors of abuse. The […]

Domestic violence can be deadly. How do you know if you, or someone you know, are in a relationship that could become fatal? Our Danger Assessment Form can help you measure the factors that are known to increase the risk of lethality in a domestic violence relationship. No one should feel trapped in a violent […]

Human trafficking has many faces, but help is available. Contact our Center if you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking who needs help. Learn more about trafficking at the Office for Victims of Crime.

In observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we’re asking folks all along the Coast to wear “purple for peace” every Thursday in October.  Take a photo of your office staff, club, group, yourself, or even your pet(!) dressed in purple and send it to us on our Facebook page, and we’ll give you a shout-out […]

Join us June 20 – 22, 2012 at the beautiful Treasure Bay Casino & Hotel to hear some of the foremost voices in the field of human trafficking share their experiences. This conference will present introductory level training specifically targeted to: • Law enforcement / criminal justice / court personnel • Social workers / advocates […]

The purple ribbon is a symbol of domestic violence awareness and prevention. What you can do: •  Donate time, money, resources or special skills to a local domestic violence shelter. •  Raise awareness in your own profession, organization, family and friendship circles. •  Educate yourself about the warning signs of domestic violence. •  Be there for a friend who […]