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A different world is possible

The Truth Behind Domestic Violence

Imagine being told every day by someone you care about that you don’t deserve them, that you are incapable of making your own choices, that you are inadequate and won’t be able to hold down a job.

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A different world is possible

The Truth Behind Domestic Violence

Imagine going to a restaurant to spend a few hours with a friend only for your partner to drive around looking for your car. They barge in on your conversation and demand you come home immediately.

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A different world is possible

The Truth Behind Domestic Violence

Imagine someone you love timing how long it takes you to get from home to work to make sure you never deviate from the schedule they think you should keep.

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A different world is possible

The Truth Behind Domestic Violence

Imagine having your cell phone, credit card, I.D., and birth certificate taken away from you, forcing you into co-dependence.

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A different world is possible

The Truth Behind Domestic Violence

Imagine being forced to share a bed with someone who has taken advantage of you because that is the only way you can be sure your kids have what they need.

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A different world is possible

The Truth Behind Domestic Violence

Imagine being able to break free from that or being able to help those who face these realities every day.

If you have ever experienced any form of abuse, we are here to help.

Call our hotline at 479-246-9999 — 1-800-775-9011

About Us

We exist to help all those in NWA who are not able to call home a safe place, those who are or have experienced domestic abuse, sexual abuse, or sex trafficking. We strive to make all individuals in NWA feel safe, seen, home, and human.

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Events

NWA Gives

04.04.2024

NWA Gives Day provides a unique opportunity for NWAWS to share our mission, amplify our message, and raise the…

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Blog

Unraveling the Knot: Exploring the Intersection of Domestic Violence and Mental Health

The correlation between mental health and domestic violence is multifaceted and often cyclical. Individuals who experience domestic violence, whether…

Our Impact At a Glance

500 Individuals
We served roughly 500 individuals through safe shelter, legal advocacy, counseling support, rehousing, and other resources.
400 Preventative Education
We did preventative education with over 400 students in 2022.
6,500 Safe Nights
We provided over 6,500 nights of safe shelter in 2022.
275 Hours
Our legal advocates worked for over 275 hours to help secure orders of protection, file divorce papers, custody papers, or other legal matters.

Survivors Speak

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Courtney’s Story

We received the following letter in mid-December from Courtney*, a client who received services last year: “Words truly cannot express the impact that services from the NWAWS have had…

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Young and Hungry to Speak

“Some of the most drastic changes we see in our residential clients over the course of an average 30 day stay occur in the youngest of our clients. In…

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Melissa’s Story

Melissa was living a picture-perfect lifestyle. With a high-end apartment in downtown Denver, a great job, and what from the outside appeared as a strong relationship, she was living…

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