Saying thanks to our generous community of volunteers


April 21, 2022

Our work to stop violence and abuse wouldn’t be possible without our dedicated volunteers! Celebrate National Volunteer Week with us!

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Child Abuse Prevention Month: Strong Start supports healthy families


April 21, 2022

When Bridget came to SAFE, she wasn’t sure how to care for her 2 year old. Violence was part of their family. But it didn’t define them.

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Meet Julia Spann, SAFE’s CEO


April 21, 2022

At the beginning of April, I was named SAFE’s sole CEO after serving as the agency’s Co-CEO for four years. I’d like to introduce myself.

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9 creative ways to meet your giving goals


April 20, 2022

With the annual filing and tax season upon us, charitable contributions are on the mind. Increase your impact without cutting into your cash!

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The perfect blend: Epoch Coffee supporting SAFE’s anti-violence work


March 24, 2022
Image description: A barista standing behind a bar holding two espresso maker portaholders. A trans flag is in the background and a banner that says "you belong here" is in front of the bar.

We’re thrilled to recognize our friends at Epoch Coffee for taking an active role in preventing violence in our community.

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The story of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (and how Austin has been a leader)


February 25, 2022
Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month | Teens gather in support of violence prevention education and workshops in schools | Teen dating violence prevention

The movement to prevent teen dating violence has always been led by teens. One of those leaders is an Austinite named RaeAnne Spence.

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New youth theater performances and more during Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month


February 14, 2022
Image description: A poster for a play that includes and illustration of four teens facing away from the viewer. They are lookin up at a UFO. The words "OUR ALIEN NATION" are in big, green text. This is the title of the play.

We’re thrilled to announce our new lineup of youth theater performances and upcoming TikTok workshop! You can book now.

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Project Beloved: A partnership built on caring for survivors of sexual assault


February 11, 2022
Image description: A photo of a soft interview room, including comfortable chairs, a nice carpet, muted lighting, pleasant paintings of flowers on the walls, and an oil diffusor.

Our friends at Project Beloved installed a soft interview room at SAFE to help survivors of sexual violence feel as comfortable as possible.

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Looking back and ahead with SAFE leaders Kelly White and Julia Spann


February 2, 2022
Image description: A photo of SAFE Co-CEOs Kelly White and Julia Spann. Kelly is standing at a podium with a microphone in front of her. Julia is at her side.

Ahead of Kelly White’s retirement as SAFE Co-CEO, the agency’s current Co-CEOs reflect on their history in anti-violence work and the future.

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That’s a wrap! Thanks for another great SAFE Holiday program


January 20, 2022
Image description: A photo of a person in a grey sweater accepting a box of gifts from another person who is wearing a black jacket and cute purse. They are both wearing masks and standing in the SAFE Family Shelter parking log.

Thanks to our wonderful community of donors and volunteers, our annual SAFE Holiday program was a huge success!

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