Voices Empowered * Our Mission

Voices Empowered ~ Child & Family Advocacy, Investigation, Violence Prevention & Education Services

ABOUT > MISSION

Although there is much research on the impact child maltreatment and family trauma has on the larger society, current responses to these issues do not seem to connect with this research. Very little funds and services are available for the residual outcome of maltreatment and trauma to society and therefore gaps lend to victims falling through cracks. The funding and services that are available is often funneled toward crisis reaction, rather than prevention, holistic family services and the crucial follow-up services needed.

VOICES EMPOWERED recognizes the problems within the system and proposes to examine the gaps in the social service system, fill those gaps and collaborate with other advocates to foremost prevent future abuse and trauma, and to finally support and empower children and families as they recover from abuse and trauma that has been experienced. VOICES EMPOWERED will advocate for and empower children and families, investigate allegations involving abuse and other family issues, and educate families for prevention of abuse and trauma. Furthermore, VOICES EMPOWERED will collaborate with the social service community to promote a cohesive and powerful continuum of care.

Our Mission is empowering survivors of violence and/or trauma by creating a space in which the vulnerable can speak, allowing healing, wellness, and hope.