Our Mission:

It is the mission of Safe Passage to promote the right of all to nonviolent and abuse-free relationships through advocacy, intervention and prevention in DeKalb County.

About Safe Passage

Safe Passage is DeKalb County’s only Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Center.  We provide a wide range of services to survivors and their loved ones including shelter, counseling, advocacy, and so much more. All survivor services are completely free, confidential, and available to all, no matter your age, gender, or when the abuse occurred.  The vision at Safe Passage is a world without violence where all are safe. Together, we believe that future is possible.

As a trauma-informed agency, Safe Passage acknowledges that systems of oppression impact survivors of interpersonal violence in many different ways. We strive to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at the center of our daily work to honor the unique journeys of our clients, staff, and community. Join us in our commitment to dismantle these systems of social and racial injustice through continued education and advocacy. Together we have the power to create a violence-free community.

DEI Statement

Safe Passage acknowledges that systems of oppression impact survivors of sexual and domestic violence in many different ways. We honor the unique journeys of our clients, staff, and community by creating a trauma‐informed environment where all are welcome. We strive to include diversity, equity, and inclusion practices at the center of our daily work. Join us in our commitment to continuing to learn about social and racial justice in an ongoing process.

New Beginnings

With the ever-present demands of our families and individuals seeking out help and support, Safe Passage is now at a point where we must build a new beginning. This will allow us to move all programs and shelter under one roof, helping us keep families together and additing much needed space for operational efficiency.

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Safe Passage stands by you in every step of your journey to healing and safety. You are not alone!

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It takes all of us working together to build a world without violence; join us!

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Make a Difference

Safe Passage provides a wide range of services to support survivors and end violence. Our services include crisis intervention, legal and medical advocacy, shelter, counseling, prevention education, and offender intervention. We couldn’t provide these services without the support of our generous community. Partner with us as we work toward a future without abuse.

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This is the last week that Coldwell Banker is taking donations for Safe Passage! There are two ways you can donate: 
1. Drop off your check or cash at 1957 DeKalb Ave in Sycamore. 
2. Mail a check payable to Safe Passage at PO Box 621 in DeKalb. 
Please memo all checks "Christmas Morning Gift Fund." 💜 #holiday #donations #nonprofit #coldwellbanker #dekalb #dekalbcounty
December 3rd is Giving Tuesday. Make a difference in the lives of survivors in our community by donating! Every dollar you give helps create safety, support, and a path to a brighter future. 💜

Click or copy the link below to donate and change a life!
https://safepassagedv.org/ways-to-give/

#givingtuesday #donate #nonprofit #dekalb #dekalbcounty #support #shelter #advocacy #prevention
Holidays are often a time of joy and celebration, but for people with an abusive partner, time off can be stressful and dangerous. Spending time with family and friends, dealing with extra stress, and traveling can challenge safety planning during any holiday or long weekend. For more about safety planning, call Safe Passage at 815-756-5228, or visit https://rainn.org/articles/safety-planning. #holiday #weekend #safety #planning #nonprofit #tips #dv #sa #shelter #dekalb #dekalbcounty
Happy 14th Anniversary at Safe Passage to Data Coordinator, Nicole! 🥳 #anniversary
Safe Passage wants to shout out all of our furry friends this year by posting a “Pet of the Month!” 🐾
November’s Pet of the Month is Ashley M’s cat, Vanilla Ice! He was just adopted in October, but he has become a perfect addition to her family! He is loveable, cuddly, and never in trouble (at least for now). Her other cat, Kashmir, has been known to be more on the aggressive side, but since Vanilla Ice has came into their life, he has become softer and they are both friends! Everyone say hi! #pets #pom #nonprofit #dekalb #dekalbcounty