WV Domestic Violence Snapshot 2016

On September 14, 2016, 14 out of 14 identified domestic violence programs in West Virginia–100%–participated  in a national count of domestic violence services conducted by the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV). The following figures represent the information shared by West Virginia for the 24-hour survey period.

This is just one day.

0
Hotline Calls Received
1
Victims Served
0
Unmet Requests

The 32 unmet requests were due to a lack of funds. Fifty six percent of the unmet requests that year were for housing or emergency shelter. Donate today, in the name of someone you love, and help people who deserve better.

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People in Need

“Domestic violence organizations are crucial. We need effective funding and pay to keep assisting people in need. Our organization matters, and so do the people we help every day.”

People who Survive

A survivor said, “Everyone here is so nice and has helped us so much. My kids and I have a nice home and can really rebuild our family. Being here is a help for me to do what I need to do so we can have a stable home in the future and not worry about getting hit.”

People who Serve

“Community education is essential to raising awareness about domestic violence and the resources that are available to victims… On DV Counts Day, local domestic violence programs educated 132 individuals in communities across WV. Advocates provided 7 trainings that addressed domestic violence prevention, early intervention, and more.”