Nowhere to Turn

Published: June 30, 2020   |   No Comments  |  Read more

Intimate partner abuse is one of the leading causes of homelessness, and Connie found herself trapped between two impossible options.

AVLF on NPR’s Marketplace

Published: May 11, 2020   |   No Comments  |  Read more

On May 11, NPR’s Marketplace featured the AVLF Saturday Lawyer Program, discussing how we’ve adapted our services to low-income Atlantans during the COVID-19 crisis.

Quarantined with Her Abuser

Published: May 11, 2020   |   No Comments  |  Read more

Jessie was quarantined with her abuser. Through AVLF’s advocacy, she was able to get a temporary protective order through a virtual hearing. Here’s how our staff jumped in to help.