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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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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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Stay connected with Safe Passage and support survivors in DeKalb County through events and community gatherings all year long!

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Walk A Mile is an event that helps bring awareness to gender based violence; a tough topic. But this family friendly event helps bring hope, happiness, and fun to an important cause. Join us on April 18th at 9:30a at the NIU Convocation Center. Register today at runsignup.com/Race/IL/Dekalb/SafePassageWalkAMile
When we care for ourselves, we care for each other. Caring for yourself strengthens
your voice. Caring for each other strengthens our community.
#SAAM #EmpowerSurvivors #ListenBelieveSupport
Join Safe Passage for our annual Walk A Mile in Their Shoes Event. For those who are nervous about wearing heels, here are 5 helpful tips! Heels are option and this is a family friendly event! Register today at runsignup.com/Race/IL/Dekalb/SafePassageWalkAMile
Most victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, and child abuse do not report the crime. Many never tell anyone. It’s time to end the cycle of silence. #StartbyBelieving
Buy a "Give Back" bouquet from @willrettflowercompany now through the end of April and 25% of your purchase will be donated back to help us continue to provide free life-saving services to survivors of abuse. You can order online (shopwillrettflowercompany.com), by phone at 815-517-1576, or stop in! #SAAM #nonprofit #dekalb #dekalbcounty #shelter #advocacy #counseling #prevention #education

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