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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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Thank you to everyone who joined us in Waterman for our Family Fun Fest! πŸ’œ From face painting and snacks to the human slot machine, it was such an amazing day bringing the community together to have fun and raise awareness for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).

We are so grateful for everyone who came out to support survivors and stand alongside Safe Passage! πŸ’œβœ¨
πŸ’œ Double the Impact in Our Local Schools! πŸ’œ

Look at our Prevention Specialists, Lucia and Max, out at Little John Elementary School! πŸŽπŸ“š A huge thank you to the school staff and students for welcoming us into your classrooms!

Did you know that our team works with youth to teach them about safe relationships, personal boundaries, and mutual respect? Primary prevention starts earlyβ€”equipping students with these lifelong tools is one of the most powerful steps we can take toward building a safer, healthier community. 🌟✨

Thank you, Little John Elementary, for partnering with us to empower the next generation! πŸ‘

#PreventionInAction #HealthyRelationships #YouthEducation #SafePassage #DeKalbCounty #DVAM #CommunitySupport
πŸ’œ Thank You, Village of Somonauk! πŸ’œ

A huge thank you to Somonauk for proclaiming October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month! Proclamations like this remind survivors in our community that they are seen, heard, and supported.

Let’s continue to wear purple, spread awareness, and look out for one another. πŸ’œ

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