One of the greatest misconceptions about domestic violence is that abusive people are angry all the time, physically violent from the beginning, or obviously dangerous. In reality, many abusive individuals are charismatic, well-liked, and respected members of their communities. That … Read More
Interning at Greene County Family Justice Center provides hands-on, real-world experience for those pursuing a career in social services. Lexi who just graduated with a bachelor’s degree in social work from Evangel University, interned at GCFJC for the past year. … Read More
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is often misunderstood as something that primarily affects heterosexual relationships. In reality, IPV impacts people of all identities and occurs at equal or higher rates within LGBTQ+ communities. Despite this, it remains under reported, underrecognized, and … Read More
For decades, domestic violence (DV) was treated primarily as a private matter, something that happened behind closed doors, addressed only when it escalated into a criminal offense. But today, a growing body of research, and voices like attorney and advocate … Read More
When domestic violence affects a family, children often carry the impact long after the crisis ends. Domestic violence affects children even when they are not the direct target of the abuse, and there is a high co-occurrence between domestic violence … Read More
Our Navigators are central to the work at the Greene County Family Justice Center (GCFJC). They provide advocacy and support to survivors experiencing domestic violence while helping coordinate the services offered by GCFJC’s multidisciplinary team of victim service providers. We … Read More
For many survivors of domestic violence, abuse doesn’t end with physical harm or emotional manipulation. Financial control is one of the most powerful and least talked-about tools abusers use to trap survivors and limit their independence. Reclaiming your finances after … Read More
Leaving an abusive relationship is often seen as the end of the danger. In reality, it can be one of the most dangerous and emotionally exhausting periods a survivor will ever face. When an abuser loses physical access to maintain … Read More
Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity, celebrated each year after Thanksgiving, when individuals, organizations, and communities come together to support charitable causes. This year, on December 2, we invite you to channel that spirit into supporting our mission … Read More
When it comes to protecting your safety and privacy, Missouri’s Safe at Home program offers vital tools for survivors who need an extra layer of protection. Managed by the Secretary of State’s office, this address confidentiality program is designed to … Read More