Start Out Fresh Intervention Advocates

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Start Out Fresh Intervention Advocates S.O.F.I.A. Start Out Fresh Intervention Advocates lovingly known as (S.O.F.I.A.) would like to thank you for taking an interest in our organization.

We are a non-profit 501(C)3 organization dedicated to Domestic Violence awareness, prevention and promotion of healthy relationships by helping others become self-sufficient, positive and successful. Start Out Fresh Intervention Advocates was created to breathe new life for women and children who are victims of Domestic Violence. We will do this by:
- Providing temporary housing, advocacy and supportive services
- Teaching essential life skills for survival in today’s society
- Offering resources not limited to drug rehabilitation, abuse/neglect counseling, etiquette instruction, mentoring, counseling, therapy, etc. We encourage you to contribute positive thoughts, words of encouragement and helpful information relevant to our cause. Please invite others to join us in uplifting our communities and spreading the word about Domestic Violence prevention, healing and wellness. For more information about S.O.F.I.A. and to receive updates about our events please visit our website, join our email list and visit our social media pages on Facebook and Twitter. Spread the word! We will be able to achieve the most important goals by helping disadvantaged and undeserved women and children find themselves, be confident about whom they are and go boldly into society knowing their contribution is significant. Contact us to Join the Movement as a volunteer or sponsor. We thank you for your continued support! Start Out Fresh Intervention Advocates
P.O. Box 674
Montclair, NJ 07042
862-251-6791
[email protected]
www.supportsofia.org
https://twitter.com/supportsofia
"Bringing Awareness, Prevention and Healing to your Community"

Donations to S.O.F.I.A. are tax deduction as allowable by IRS Tax Law

We currently offer the following: Soar to Success workshops for financial and emotional well-being,
Dating & Domestic Violence Prevention Workshops for Teens and Concerned Adults

S.O.F.I.A. Support Group - Emotional Healing through Creative Arts. Referrals for Educational Assistance -GED Programs, Trade Schools College Counseling, Referrals for Recovery from Addictions, Abuse and Neglect Counseling, Advocacy Services, Etiquette Instruction, Professional Development/Image Consulting, Life Coaching/Mentor-ship, Interviewing Techniques/Job Training and Job Placement for Displaced Homemakers.

Join us for  Self-Care with Wanda Edwards on Thursday, October 22nd,  at 7:30 pm as she guides us on a journey of self-c...
10/15/2026

Join us for Self-Care with Wanda Edwards on Thursday, October 22nd, at 7:30 pm as she guides us on a journey of self-care.

Self-care isn’t just about looking beautiful when you go out. It’s about being in your A-game at all times and having the confidence to handle any situation.

"Prioritizing self-care makes you stronger in any situation and relationship.

To RSVP email [email protected]


The first step in breaking the intimate partner violence cycle is learning how to identify the types.
10/14/2026

The first step in breaking the intimate partner violence cycle is learning how to identify the types.

Raising awareness to lessen unhealthy relationships has wide and powerful ripple effects. Join us in working to PREVENT ...
10/11/2026

Raising awareness to lessen unhealthy relationships has wide and powerful ripple effects. Join us in working to PREVENT abuse. Invite our Domestic Violence Response Advocates to your school, organization, club, or house of worship to discuss boundaries, consent, and recognizing the signs.

More information here: https://supportsofia.org/workshops/

Something meaningful is happening in Essex County.Facing Forward is collaborating with S.O.F.I.A. to bring domestic viol...
10/11/2026

Something meaningful is happening in Essex County.

Facing Forward is collaborating with S.O.F.I.A. to bring domestic violence awareness training to beauty professionals in Essex County.

We’re excited to enhance our advocacy & support for women and children affected by domestic violence in a new avenue. Our own volunteers, Saleemah Staten, owner of NJ Hair Studio & Spa and certified domestic violence advocate, will be training with Facing Forward to help salon professionals recognize signs of domestic violence and unhealthy relationships and navigate difficult conversations with confidence and compassion.

TRAIN: Equip your team with practical tools.

GIVE: Offer restorative hair experiences to survivors of domestic violence.

Know an Essex County salon that could be a part of it?

Visit FacingForwardNJ.org to learn more.

Reminders are often how we learn.
10/11/2026

Reminders are often how we learn.

10/07/2026

We invite you to take part in a candlelight vigil in honor of loved ones lost and to support survivors. We will gather in Montclair's Crane Park together to reaffirm our belief that "With Awareness There Is Hope".
~S.O.F.I.A. Candlelight Vigil~
Monday, October 26, 2026
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Crane Park, Montclair, NJ
(Glenridge Ave. & Lackawanna Plaza)
This event is free and open to the community. S.O.F.I.A. / Montclair, NJ survivorsunite 💜💜💜

 Our generous sponsors, our donors, our supporters, our volunteers, and all the attendees contributed to making this yea...
09/29/2026



Our generous sponsors, our donors, our supporters, our volunteers, and all the attendees contributed to making this year's Walk Against Domestic Violence a resounding success. We raised over $17,000!

 We lift up our longtime Walk Against Domestic Violencesuper-volunteers: the men of Eureka Lodge  #52 Prince Hall.They s...
09/28/2026



We lift up our longtime Walk Against Domestic Violence
super-volunteers: the men of Eureka Lodge #52 Prince Hall.
They show up for the Walk at 7 AM and are the last to leave after clean-up.
We couldn't set up and break down without them.

We appreciate you all!

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P. O. Box 674
Montclair, NJ
07042

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