About
SAVE is a non-profit victim-advocacy organization working for evidence-based solutions to domestic violence. We work to support all victims of intimate partner violence.
- Philip W. Cook – Director, Media Relations
- Natasha Spivack – Treasurer
- Michael Thompson – Coordinator, Domestic Violence Legislative Project
- Teri Stoddard - Program Director
- Tom Lemons - Director of Special Events
For more information, contact info@saveservices.org
Ten Principles
Stop Abusive and Violent Environments has identified 10 principles to strengthen the effectiveness, quality, and availability of domestic violence programs and services:
1. Evidence-Based Policies – Policies and programs must be based on scientific research and sound evidence.
2. Accurate Information – Training, education, and public awareness programs must be based on information that is accurate, balanced, and research-based.
3. True Victims – The true victims of abuse deserve priority. False allegations must be stopped.
4. Civil Rights – Domestic violence policies must be respectful of constitutional protections and civil rights, including probable-cause before arrest and equal treatment under the law.
5. Inclusiveness – No person will be denied help on the basis of race, gender, or sexual orientation.
6. Needs Assessment – A needs assessment should be done prior to counseling or treatment. Abuse-reduction programs must be tailored to persons’ individual needs.
7. Counseling, Not Incarceration – Counseling and treatment are preferred over criminal justice interventions, especially for minor and one-time incidents.
8. Qualified Personnel – Staff who provide counseling and treatment need to have appropriate qualifications and expertise.
9. Family Preservation – Programs must be designed to preserve families and partner relationships whenever it is possible and safe to do so.
10. Accountability – Programs must be transparent and outcomes documented so effectiveness is assured.
