Despite the prevalence of intimate partner abuse in the United States, there remain many misconceptions about intimate partner abuse and domestic violence.

Family Law Program Paralegal Andrea Taps started off as a volunteer. Now she’s serving survivors of intimate partner abuse beyond the protective order.

Commissioner Marvin S. Arrington Jr. spoke with our Safe Families Office Managing Staff Attorney Joel Correa about our work in the courthouse.

Our new mobile advocacy initiative brings services to survivors of intimate partner abuse out of the courthouse and into the community.

When we hear ‘domestic violence’, we think first and foremost of a physical attack. But violence and abuse can go far beyond a physical altercation.

The Fulton County Family Violence Task Force was create to address any and all institutional barriers survivors of family violence face when seeking safety and stability.

On March 6th, AVLF staff members discussed tenants’ rights and Protective Order basics at an Immigrant and Housing Coalition meeting at New American Pathways.

In his State of the Judiciary address, Georgia Supreme Court Chief Justice Harold Melton shared how Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation’s Standing with Our Neighbors program is making an impact on Atlanta communities.

The Collaboration of PADV, Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation and the Fulton County State and Superior Courts Have Helped Thousands of Victims of Domestic Abuse

Join us as we reflect on our growth and success in serving survivors of intimate partner abuse, honor our staff and partners, and look to the future of the Safe Families Office. Lunch will be provided.

On Saturday, December 8th, Dior is offering free makeovers at Macy’s. You’ll get a 15% discount on beauty & fragrances, and a portion of all proceeds will benefit survivors of intimate partner violence.

Join Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network, Raksha, and Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation for a cultural responsiveness training focused on working with LGBTQI communities.