Over the last 25 years Shelly Dudas has helped thousands of victim/survivors of domestic violence and child abuse in Cuyahoga County heal from trauma. She is a fierce social justice advocate committed to changing unjust practices that harm individuals in our community. Shelly Dudas is committed to ending domestic violence and child abuse through education, advocacy, and systemic change.
Read MoreThe Board of Directors of Journey Center for Safety and Healing is pleased to announce that Robin Johnson, Chief Financial Officer, has been appointed to the additional role of interim Chief Executive Officer effective February 1, 2024. Robin joined Journey in April 2021, from Intermuseum Conservation Association, where she was Director of Finance and Operations.
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The Board of Directors of Journey Center for Safety and Healing would like to announce that our CEO, Melissa Graves, will be departing her position at Journey Center effective January 31, 2024.
Read MoreNo matter what actions we take, big or small- it takes all of us doing our part to support someone impacted by abuse. Those who have experienced or been impacted by domestic violence and child abuse are often isolated by their abusers- making it difficult to ask for help.
Read More“This will have dangerous ramifications for those experiencing domestic violence,” says Melissa Graves, CEO, about the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade. “This allows states to eliminate a basic freedom and fundamental right.”
Reproductive coercion and birth control sabotage are common in relationships where there is domestic violence. This is one way abusers hold their victims in abusive relationships and it affects an estimated 1 in 10 women.
Read MoreMay is Supervised Visitation Awareness Month and today, May 14, is Supervised Visitation Awareness Day- a day and month dedicated to raise awareness about the need and impact of supervised visitation.
Journey Center wants to recognize the important work our Safe & Sound Supervised Visitation Center does to support children and families.
Read MoreJourney Center for Safety and Healing supports survivors’ autonomy to make choices for themselves and their families.
Read MoreApril 24-30 is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, a week dedicated to raise awareness about crime victims’ issues and rights and introduce the community to the important resources and services available.
Journey Center recognizes the work our advocates do to support survivors who are experiencing abusive relationships while navigating the justice system. Journey Center’s Justice System Advocacy Program is the only program providing services for victims of abuse in the inner ring suburban courts – 9 Cuyahoga County based courts, consisting of 42 municipalities - serving victims of domestic violence, stalking, and other crimes of intimate partner violence.
Journey Center wants to affirm to everyone, survivors and those who love a survivor- that we believe you. We will continue to speak up against gender-based violence and continue our work to support individuals and families who have been impacted by domestic violence. You are not alone.
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Journey Center wants to affirm to everyone, survivors and those who love a survivor that we believe you. We will continue to speak up against gender-based violence and continue our work to support individuals and families who have been impacted by domestic violence - you are not alone.
Read MoreAll types of violence within an intimate relationship are unacceptable, whether that includes verbal abuse, coercive control, physical violence, or other types of abuse. But what we have learned over the years in the field of intimate partner violence, is that some abusive relationships are more at risk for serious harm, including lethal or near-lethal violence.
Read MoreBig or small- it takes all of us doing our part to support someone impacted by abuse. Those who have experienced or been impacted by domestic violence and child abuse are often isolated by their abusers- making it difficult to ask for help.
We can all take steps to let everyone know that they are loved and that they deserve safe relationships. Here are some things you can do to support those who have been impacted by abuse:
Read More2022 is just around the corner… a new year filled with opportunities to stand up against domestic violence and child. A year to continue to create awareness and let those impacted by abuse know that they are not alone and that everyone deserves relationships build on love, respect, and safety.
Journey Center wants to take a moment to look back at highlights from our year with a renewed hope and energy to support safety, healing, and breaking cycles. Take a look below!
Read MoreCarol Carbary, Journey Center’s chief development and engagement officer, was recognized recently as the Outstanding Fundraising Professional by the Association of Fundraising Professionals of Greater Cleveland. The annual award was conferred as part of AFP’s National Philanthropy Day festivities.
Read MoreCarolina Phillips, a domestic relations justice system advocate for Journey Center for Safety and Healing, was recognized recently as one of the 100+ Latinos Cleveland Must Know.
The recognition program was created last year to elevate the profile of outstanding members of the Latino/Hispanic community in Greater Cleveland so as to create greater visibility and more professional and leadership opportunities for members of the community. This year’s program was also presented by Hispanic Star, a nationwide collective dedicated to unifying the Latino and Hispanic community.
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Domestic violence thrives in silence. To be able to support and help victims and survivors, and to prevent domestic violence in the future, we all need to talk about it. As a supporter of domestic violence victims and survivors, we need you to help us spread the word and get involved during Journey Center's Week of Action!
We hope you'll join us during this important week, and all month long, to let individuals impacted by domestic violence know that they are not alone and to engage advocates, partners, and our community in starting this important conversation.
Read MoreJourney’s Domestic Violence Housing First Initiative will quickly connect domestic violence victims to stable housing, regardless of whether or not they come into Shelter. Gaining self-sufficiency away from an abuser has tremendous ripple effects throughout the survivor’s family and community. Children are no longer exposed to abuse; survivors are less like to lose their job; the health, homeless, and child welfare systems may be used less; and the generational cycle of violence and poverty is more likely to end.
Read MoreAbout 1 in 3 Latinas will experience domestic violence during their lifetime and 1 in 12 Latinas have experienced domestic violence in the previous 12 months.
Latina victims face unique obstacles to receiving help such as fear of deportation, social isolation, misinformation and lack of knowledge about legal rights and/or law enforcement capabilities and structure, language differences, and limited knowledge of social service resources.
Providing basic education on topics relating to domestic violence, dating violence, and child abuse is critical to building awareness and addressing these public health crises in our community. Part of that work includes Journey Center’s Prevention and Community Education Program (PACE).
PACE provides professional training, community education, outreach, and referral information to other organizations and individuals in our community that may be working with individuals and families experiencing domestic violence and/or child abuse. This includes: professional trainings, outreach, and educational classes.
Have you ever felt unsafe in your home? Individuals and families living in homes where domestic violence occurs often feel unsafe and unsure where to go or who to turn to. When making the choice to leave an abusive relationship knowing that you are going to a safe, welcoming place may make the process of leaving easier.
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