About DVAN
Our Mission
Cooperate, coordinate, and collaborate on all community efforts and levels to eliminate domestic violence.
Domestic violence cannot be solved by one person or one agency alone. Success is defined through a team approach that includes members from the community working together to address this epidemic.
The DVCCRT creates a space that allows for open discussion of difficult cases, problem solving to better serve victims, discussion of more effective and accountable services for perpetrators, collaboration among agencies, creation of sub-committees to address particular concerns, and discussion of ideas on how to increase awareness of domestic violence and its devastating effects on our community.
DVCCRT Timeline
Meet Our
Executive Board
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Tara Aday, Co-Chair
Works With Safe Haven Ministries
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Chris Becker, Co-Chair
Works With Kent County Prosecutor’s Office
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Holly Wilson, Secretary
Works With Safehaven Ministries
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Angelica Ferrer, Treasurer
Works at Victim Witness
We Comprise Of
Community Partners
Puertas Abiertas Open Doors
We believe that Latina women deserve to live a self-reliant, safe and authentic life. We provide strong tools and opportunities to achieve these unique goals.
Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Victim Services Program
The Victim Services Program is a direct service program that provides free services and support to victims and survivors of intimate partner violence.
Michigan Immigrant Rights Center
The Michigan Immigrant Rights Center (MIRC) is a legal resource center for Michigan’s immigrant communities.
The Men’s Resource Center of West Michigan at The Fountain Hill Center
The Men’s Resource Center of West Michigan has tailored professional counseling services to meet the needs of men, challenging them to grow in their personal and professional relationships.
Gun Lake Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program
Gun Lake Tribe’s Domestic Violence Program is committed to providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, from a multidisciplinary and culturally specific approach.
Children’s Advocacy Center
Provides Forensic Interviews, advocacy and therapy for child victims of suspected sexual assault.
PRC of Grand Rapids
The PRC aims to be the most trusted and respected source of information, education, and services to our local community through Proactive Education, Responsive Medical Care, and Compassionate Support.
Grand Valley State University Victim Advocate
Victim advocacy to all members of the University community.
Grand Rapids Police Department
We are committed to being an effective, inclusive, and modern police department and advancing public safety while earning the trust and pride of those we serve.
Kent County Friend of the Court
To serve the Court and the families of Kent County to ensure children are supported, both financially and emotionally.
Prosecutor’s Office
We will protect the rights, safety, and security of Kent County residents through diligent efforts to prosecute criminal offenses, support victims of crime, establish paternity and child support, and intervene in situations where children have been neglected or abused in Kent County.
YWCA West Central Michigan
Comprehensive prevention and intervention services for domestic and dating abuse, sexual assault, stalking, and child sexual abuse; Community education; Leadership programming for girls and gender expansive/nonbinary youth; Public policy advocacy.
Safe Haven Ministries
Comprehensive services for individuals impacted by relationship abuse and exploitation.
Meeting Times
The DVAN Community meets monthly on the fourth Thursday of the month from 12pm-1:30pm.
Until further notice, the DVCCRT is meeting virtually via Zoom.
To obtain the Zoom link for upcoming meetings, please email info@stopkentviolence.org.