Be Defiant:  Choose Non Violence “Choosing non-violence mandates bravery yet to be valued in our everyday life due to the subtle, menacing nature of violence.  Deliberately choosing to live a non-violent way of life requires audacity, awareness, commitment, and most of all courage.  Courage that ensures our families know love, absolutely defies violence.  This year’s theme challenges us to boldly face the pervasiveness of family violence, by resisting the violence with knowledge, action, prevention and intervention. “ Patricia S. Castillo, LMSW

The P.E.A.C.E. Initiative

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The mission of the P.E.A.C.E. Initiative is to educate the public about the extent, and often-deadly consequences of domestic violence and respond effectively through collaborative efforts.   Putting an End to Abuse through Community Efforts Initiative... is a coalition of 48 agencies, organizations and individuals working collaboratively to end violence in families. Activities of the P.E.A.C.E. Initiative include:

National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233 Battered Women's Shelter (210) 733-8810 (San Antonio/Bexar County) Family Justice Center (210) 208-6800 527 N. Leona

Education and trainings on domestic violence issues

Coalition Building

Community organizing

Advocacy

Outreach

Systems change work with the media, artists, policy makers, survivors, community leaders, etc.

There's No Excuse for Abuse! The San Antonio Police Department responds to approximately 32,000 family violence and domestic disturbance calls each year. Domestic violence is a major factor contributing to the problems of crime, injuries, drug and alcohol use, teenage runaways, homelessness, and other social issues.

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Be a Part of the Solution! Learn about Domestic Violence!  The P.E.A.C.E. Initiative offers free training and education to groups wanting to learn more about domestic violence. Volunteer! The P.E.A.C.E. Initiative and other local programs need volunteers to assist in efforts to prevent domestic violence and assist those in violent relationships.

Other Site Links:

P.E.A.C.E. Initiative, 1443 S. St. Mary's, San Antonio, Texas 78210 (210) 533-2729 Telephone                (210) 533-0880 Fax