Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence

05/03/2026

💜 Healthcare Responds to Domestic Violence 💜

Join us for a powerful and interactive 3-hour training hosted by Family Crisis Center and provided by the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence.

This session is designed to help you recognize and respond to:
✔️ Domestic Violence (DV)
✔️ Human Trafficking (HT)
✔️ Stalking (S)

Together, we’ll explore the health impacts of violence, discuss harm reduction strategies, and strengthen our understanding of survivor-centered care. This is a space to build skills, ask questions, and learn how you can make a difference in your role and your community.

👩‍🏫 Trainers:
Ashley Walker – Domestic Violence Homicide Prevention
Brandy Daily, MPA – Director of Accountability & Community Response

👥 Who Should Attend:
Healthcare professionals (MDs, DOs, APRNs, RNs, etc.), law enforcement, victim advocates, social workers, child welfare professionals, and community-based organizations

📅 Session Options (choose ONE):
• May 11, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM or 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• May 12, 2026
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Location:
First United Methodist Church-Wesley Hall – Jonesboro (801 S Main Street)
Parking will be available in parking lot off Union and Matthews

✨ Whether you’re on the front lines or supporting from behind the scenes, your role matters. Let’s work together to better support survivors.

📣 RSVP today and share with others who are ready to make a difference!
https://secure.qgiv.com/for/familycrisiscenterinc/event/healthcarerespondstodv/

04/24/2026

Want to join our team? ACADV is currently hiring for a full time Major Gifts Officer and a part time Office Administrator. You can find the job descriptions under Careers on our website:

https://domesticpeace.com/about/leadership-board/

Please send all resumes and cover letters to [email protected].

Leadership & Board Leadership Team Executive Director Beth Goodrich DV Homicide Prevention Ashley Walker Education Coordinator Kate Vincent Director of Accountability & Community Response Brandy Dailey Program Coordinator Vicki Nelms Legal Counsel Barbara Mariani Board Of Directors Board Members Cha...

04/23/2026

We are humbled to share our 2025 Domestic Violence in Arkansas report (see below). Arkansas victim service providers are facing unprecedented demand while navigating reduced funding after years of federal and state budget cuts. Behind every statistic is a person seeking safety, support, and a path forward—and the gap between need and resources continues to grow.

We can’t close that gap without community support. Help us help survivors find safety, stability, and hope.

Visit our website to access local resources and connect with Arkansas shelter programs: www.domesticpeace.com

If you or someone you know needs immediate support, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available 24/7 at 1.800.799.7233, by visiting www.thehotline.org, or text "START" to 88788

Your awareness matters. Your support saves lives.

04/21/2026

April 19 - 25 is National Crime Victims Rights Week, we are honored to participate in awareness events and help connect survivors and their families to healing, hope, and life after Crime.

Enjoy a selection of photos from the Crime Victims Assistance Association of Arkansas recognition ceremony hosted at the Hays Senior Center in North Little Rock, Arkansas. Congratulations to our Ashley Walker for receiving the 2026 Distinguished Service Award!

ACADV is also proud to announce the recipient for our 2026 ACADV Champion Award to the Central Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy for their outstanding commitment to enhancing law enforcement's response to domestic violence. We are also pleased to honor Catherine Demailly with Arkansas Legal Aide as the 2026 Lynn Pence Legal Advocacy Award for her leadership working with attorneys and advocates.

04/10/2026

Crime Victims' Rights Week is coming up soon! | April 19 - 25, 2026

Make sure to mark your calendars for this important week of reflection, education, and action.

Join us at the Opening Ceremony on Sunday, April 19th, along with the Central Arkansas Chapter of Parents of Murdered Children and the Crime Victims Assistance Association of Arkansas.



Victims of crime, know your rights - www.victimsrightsar.com - credit to Victims' Rights Arkansas

04/01/2026

Celebrating an incredible milestone today for our Executive Director, Beth Sanders - 10 years of leadership, dedication, and impact!

Beth is such an inspiring leader who leads with integrity, strength, and compassion. Her guidance has made a lasting difference not only to victims and victim service agencies across our state, but in the people around her. All of the staff at ACADV are beyond thankful that we get to work alongside Beth every day!

Here’s to everything you’ve accomplished over the past decade and to many more successes ahead!!

Congratulations Beth!

02/16/2026

As we talk about love this month, let’s remember LOVE is Respect ❣

Love doesn’t control you.
Love doesn’t isolate you.
Love doesn’t demand unpaid labor, silence, or sacrifice.
Love never asks you to risk your safety.

Exploitation can be disguised as romance, opportunity, or “help.” Know the signs. Start the conversations. Support young people in building healthy, safe relationships.

Everyone deserves love rooted in dignity, choice, and respect. 💜

02/14/2026

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month - with the theme of "Real Love Respects" - focusing on what real love should look and feel like. In a world full of mixed messages, this theme centers around one truth: respect is non-negotiable. It empowers youth to recognize harmful patterns early and to expect more from love. Because respect is everything, it’s earned, it’s honest, and it never makes you question your worth.

Remember: If it’s real, it’s respectful. Not sure where to start with talking to your kids about relationships? Check out this resource: www.teendvmonth.org/talk-teen-dating-violence/

02/12/2026

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month 2026 is here, and this year’s theme is...... Real Love Respects.

In a world full of mixed messages about what love should look like, we’re cutting through the noise to focus on one truth: respect is non-negotiable.

This theme empowers youth to recognize harmful patterns early, set boundaries, and expect more from love. Because love without respect isn’t love — it’s a red flag & YOU deserve the real thing, always.

Follow along with us as we explore what means & stay tuned for our Action Guide & Social Media Toolkit!

02/06/2026

Staff Brandy Dailey presenting at the 2026 Association of Specialists in Group Work Conference in Chicago with Dr. Kristy Burton on offender accountability groups and the use of tele-health to expand access.