SAFEline chat picks up steam!


July 25, 2017

In June, SAFEline chat saw more than 100 users in a single month for the first time! We’re working to make the brave decision to reach out as easy as possible.

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Pathways to Justice: Improving response to people with disabilities


June 16, 2017

SAFE is assisting with Pathways to Justice, a training to ensure our justice system can better work with people with intellectual & developmental disabilities

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Announcing SAFE’s Alumni Community Services program!


June 16, 2017

With the announcement of an $80,600 grant from Impact Austin, Alumni Community Services is on the way! SAFE will launch the new program this fall.

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Study finds SAFE’s Expect Respect program reduces youth violence


June 15, 2017

SAFE is excited to share the findings of a 5-year, controlled effectiveness study of Expect Respect support groups.

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SAFEline: Let’s chat


June 10, 2017

Sometimes a phone call is too dangerous. Sometimes it’s just easier to talk with text. SAFEline chat is here. Let’s chat.

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Working together to ensure success for young people


May 24, 2017

A few months ago, a SAFE emergency shelter case manager told Foster & Adopt we needed to find a placement for a teen whose stay was already extended twice.

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A deeper look at Texas’ rape kit backlog


May 19, 2017

KVUE reporter Cori Coffin contacted me on April 4 to talk about Texas’ rape kit backlog. On May 2, we saw the full scope of her work.

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Celebrating families for National Foster Care Month


May 18, 2017

In celebrating National Foster Care Month, SAFE is grateful for the families that have opened their minds, hearts, and homes to children who need support.

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A survivor’s expression


May 18, 2017

Anel is a survivor of emotional & physical trauma. With SAFE’s Emergency Cottage & Transitional Living Program, she is healing. This poem is her expression.

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Together under the tent for SAFE volunteer celebration


April 29, 2017

Each year, SAFE bestows the Frankie Fowler Volunteer of the Year Award and honors nominees. This year was no exception for truly remarkable volunteers!

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