This Father’s Day, AVDA celebrates fathers who act as role models and have a positive impact on their children’s lives.We also celebrate mothers who have to play both roles in their child(ren)’s lives, and encourage those fathers who have not had the opportunity or...

In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, AVDA announces the recent addition to its legal team of eight attorneys specializing in family law for victims of domestic violence of Evan B. Boyko, an attorney dedicated to sexual assault cases.AVDA and Houston Area...

Living through a pandemic—with an arctic storm of historic proportions on top of that—is stressful for anyone and everyone. The additional challenges of isolation and financial strain faced by survivors of domestic violence during these unprecedented times also extend...

The second blog post of a series on evoking change. As part of the anti-violence movement, AVDA stands at a monumental crossroads at a historic moment in time, and we recognize the role we can play in racial justice. We are inspired to assess and understand how...

The first in a series of blog posts on evoking change. As part of the anti-violence movement, AVDA stands at a monumental crossroads at a historic moment in time, and we recognize the role we can play in racial justice. We remain steadfast in our mission to end family...

"Having courage does not mean that we are unafraid. Having courage and showing courage means we face our fears.”   - Maya Angelou Staying Safe During Quarantine While Living with Perpetrator/Abuser Create or update your current safety plan. Given that most businesses...

With the “Stay Home” orders for Fort Bend and Harris counties, people who are surviving violence in their relationships and families are experiencing even greater isolation and danger. If you are experiencing domestic violence, you are not alone. One in four women...

We know health, economic, and natural crises can add to the pressures facing survivors of domestic violence. People who are surviving violence in their relationships and families may be experiencing increased isolation and danger due to the current outbreak of...

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Dating violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used to exert power and control over a dating partner. Teens can prevent dating abuse before it starts and intervene when friends need help. One in three girls in the...

Most parents don’t realize how common teen dating abuse is. One in three teens in the U.S. will experience physical, sexual, or emotional abuse by someone they are in a relationship with before they become adults. Nearly half (43%) of college women report experiencing...