
Mission
The Archdiocese of Chicago Domestic Violence Outreach (ACDVO) mission is expressed in three words.
Awareness–Services–Prevention
In an emergency, call 911.
The Archdiocese of Chicago Domestic Violence Outreach (ACDVO) mission is expressed in three words.
Awareness–Services–Prevention
Learn about ACDVO’s prevention initiative based on the CDC’s Dating Matters healthy relationships curriculum and hear from teens on their experiences with abuse. Prevention is the only way to eliminate years of abuse and suffering.
Learn about the dynamics of intimate partner violence (IPV) from abuse survivors, abusers, and experts in the field. Hear from Fr. Chuck Dahm, O.P. and church leadership as they shine a light on IPV and explain how to develop a parish ministry focused on domestic violence.
Homily on Domestic Violence by Father Chuck Dahm – English (PDF) Spanish (PDF) Polish (PDF)
Where can you get help or learn more about IPV? Information on Hotlines, Service Agencies and other support Resources are provided in this section.
For help call the National Domestic Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 800.799.7233 or 800.787.3224 TTY. Visit www.ndvh.org for more information. Please call if you are a victim, a relative, friend, parish staff or a domestic violence ministry member seeking information.
Hotlines
Service Agencies
Chicago
Suburbs
Resources