Faith Based Communities

Domestic violence is a profound moral and spiritual concern that violates human dignity and the fundamental ethical principles of many faiths. Faith-based leaders and members have the opportunity to heal communities, stand up for the common good in society, and help to end all forms of violence – physical, sexual, psychological, and verbal – in a loving, compassionate, and judgment-free manner.

Learn how to identify, speak out, and raise awareness of domestic violence within your congregations.

Below are some resources that the faith-based community can use to learn how to identify, speak out, and raise awareness of domestic violence within their congregations and communities. These resources can help support those impacted by domestic violence in a survivor-centered and trauma-informed way.

Supporting domestic violence survivors