The Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence is a nonprofit organization dedicated to working toward a peaceful society where domestic violence no longer exists. The Coalition was organized in 1978 as a network of shelters for battered women and their children, and organizations and individuals concerned about the issue of domestic violence. The ACADV strives to prevent domestic violence against women by exposing its root causes. Ensure the availability of services for domestic violence victims. Expand services systematically so that every victim may obtain needed services. Help victims and their families rebuild their lives through non-violent means. Empower victims and eliminate the re-victimization of domestic violence victims by individuals, organizations, and society through education and collaboration.
The ACADV`s vision is to end domestic violence and create a society that is intolerant to all types of violence. ACADV is a statewide network of community based programs providing shelter, support, and advocacy to battered women and their children. ACADV`s 18 member shelter programs serve victims of domestic violence and their children with a variety of services: Temporary emergency shelter and transitional housing, crisis counseling, individual counseling and peer support groups, Specialized children`s programming. Advocacy to assist victims in obtaining legal remedies. Referrals to provide victims with connections to needed community resources. Outreach and community education awareness on domestic violence issues.