Pat Walsh speaks with Allie Kephart, Chief Operating Officer of WEAVE, about domestic violence, available resources, and how the organization supports survivors in Sacramento. Together they discuss the importance of recognizing abuse in all its forms while challenging harmful misconceptions about violent relationships.
• WEAVE was founded in 1978 to provide safe spaces for domestic violence survivors
• The organization expanded to become Sacramento's rape crisis center in 1988 and began supporting sex trafficking victims in 2009
• WEAVE's vision statement is "when everyone acts, violence ends"
• Domestic violence can take many forms including physical, emotional, financial, technological, sexual and psychological abuse
• Financial abuse affects 90-95% of domestic violence survivors seeking help
• WEAVE operates a 24/7 confidential support line staffed by trained advocates at 916-920-2952
• All services are confidential and survivor-centered, empowering individuals to make their own decisions
• The organization runs two thrift stores where donations help survivors rebuild their lives
• WEAVE offers free educational presentations to help community members recognize, respond to, and refer cases of abuse
• Anyone experiencing or concerned about abuse is encouraged to reach out - you are not alone and it's not your fault
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call WEAVE's 24/7 support line at 916-920-2952 or visit www.weaveinc.org for resources and information.