Welcome to the Alaska Network on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault!

The Alaska Network on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault is committed to eliminating violence against women. We are made up of 18 programs that provide services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. We welcome you to learn more about our organization and the organizations that are a part of our network.

Tundra Women’s Coalition Opens New Domestic Violence Crisis Center and Shelter in Bethel

Women and children escaping domestic abuse in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region will soon have a new shelter designed to make fleeing their abusers as safe and comfortable as possible. The Tundra Women’s Coalition is opening a new domestic violence and sexual abuse crisis shelter in Bethel on Dec. 17. The nearly $9 million facility addresses the immediate and long-term needs of domestic violence victims by providing a safe and secure environment. A community open house will take place on Thursday, Dec. 17, just prior to the residential portion of the facility being opened on Dec. 18. Click here to read the latest press release.

National Network to End Domestic Violence Recognizes International Effort to End Violence Against Women

The National Network to End Domestic Violence today recognized Wednesday, November 25th as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, a day designated by the United Nations and known worldwide.  November 25th also marks the launch of the 19th international “16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence,” a campaign that runs from November 25th through International Human Rights Day.

“Women around the world are the very linchpin keeping families, communities, and nations together,” U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said. “In every country, women and girls continue to be plagued by violence, causing tremendous suffering. Such violence undermines development, generates instability, and makes peace that much harder to achieve.”

Know the facts ….

National research shows that Alaska has among the highest percentage of domestic violence in the nation. In recent years, Alaska has also often received the highest national ranking for women murdered by men. Click here for a recent report prepared by the Violence Policy Center.

Statewide Member Programs

Alaska has 18 domestic violence and sexual assault programs that provide emergency shelter, 24-hour crisis hotlines, food, clothing, transportation, legal assistance, counseling, community education and more. Click here for the names, addresses, phone numbers and web sites of our member programs.

Award Winning Publications

Are you looking for the “Real Tools Training Manual” or other ANDVSA award-winning publications? Click here for a list of our current publications.