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Causes: Domestic Violence, Family Violence Shelters, Homeless & Housing
Mission: MISSION STATEMENT:
Our mission, as a service agency, is to eliminate family violence and sexual assault through effective education, prevention and treatment programs. GUIDING PRINCIPLES:
* Peaceful coexistence is possible * Service to victims is our first priority
* Violent behavior can be changed * Education is the key to prevention * People must be held accountable for their abusive actions
* Collaborative action creates a positive community environment
* Volunteerism is the foundation of DOVES' success
* DOVES' services meet the needs of a diverse population
* DOVES is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining the best possible professional staff.
* Peace begins at home
DOVES makes a difference!
Programs: Operation of a shelter solely for victims of domestic violence in big bear, ca. In addition, the organization provides a 24-hour crisis hotline.
provide counseling, supervised visitation and legal advocacy services to those victims of domestic violence at the big bear outreach facility.
provide transitional housing assistance to those victors of domestic violence.