Alachua County Victim Services

09/19/2026

Feelings can be scary or overwhelming. We are here with our 24/7 helpline at 352-264-6760

09/17/2026

We believe survivors.
24/7 Helpline at 352.264.6760

When someone tells you they were abused or are still being abused by a romantic partner or a person in power, say these three things:

💬 “Thank you for telling me.”
💬 “I’m sorry this is happening to you.”
💬 “I’m here to support you and accompany you if you want to talk to a counselor or report it.”

Be the person that stands with survivors, not abusers and their enablers.

[Image description: A picture of Robin from the hit show “Stranger Things” holding up a dry erase board with the words: “Believe survivors. No matter who their abuser is.”]

09/15/2026

We are here with our 24/7 helpline 352-264-6760

09/15/2026

We are here with our 24/7 helpline 352-264-6760

Gaslighting can be hard to recognize, but it’s a common tactic used to manipulate and control!

As a form of emotional abuse, it causes people to doubt their own feelings, memories, and reality. This kind of manipulation can deeply impact self-esteem and trust.

Remember, trust your instincts, and know you’re not alone!

☎️ If you or someone you know needs help, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)

09/09/2026

We are here with our 24/7 helpline 352-264-6760

You don't ever have to answer this question.

09/09/2026

Happy World Sexual Health Day from Women Against Abuse!

Nearly 1 in 5 women and 1 in 23 men in the U.S. have experienced contact s*xual violence in their lifetime (source: National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS) by the CDC).

Stats like these are why CONSENT is a key part of the curriculum in Women Against Abuse’s S.A.F.E.R. program.

S.A.F.E.R. empowers teens and young adults in Philadelphia to recognize the warning signs of relationship abuse, like when a partner pressures you to have s*x when you’ve said no, refuses to use protection during s*x or shares private pictures without your consent.

Consent should be freely given, informed, specific and reversible. That last part means you have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Period.

On Team Prevention, we believe in safety and autonomy without exception. That’s why we want to normalize talking about boundaries and consent, today and every day!

P.S. If you’re noticing these warning signs in your relationship, the Philadelphia Domestic Violence Hotline is here for you 24/7. Call 1-866-723-3014.



[Image description: A picture of words on a purple background that read: “Consent is MANDATORY.*

*Every time, even if you’ve said yes in the past.”

The word MANDATORY is written in teal for emphasis.]

09/03/2026

It really does. We don't give ourselves enough credit for all the times we get back up.

09/01/2026

It's ! 🐶🐾 Everyone (including our furry friends) deserves to live in a home that is safe and free from violence and abuse.

Take a self-care break and celebrate your pups with or any of our Caitlin Rose Art and Illustration coloring pages: https://buff.ly/Q4OF5kY

[Image description: A colorful watercolor illustration of five different dogs, surrounded by pink and yellow flowers. Banners with text above and below read: "Dogs against domestic violence." NNEDV logo in the bottom right. The NNEDV logo consists of 66 small house shapes arranged in a large house shape, and text reading: "NNEDV National Network to End Domestic Violence."

08/26/2026

08/24/2026