House of Grace Expands Domestic Violence Services to Three Additional Counties
House of Grace Domestic Violence Shelter is expanding its reach to provide services in Grenada, Holmes, and Carroll counties. Under the leadership of Executive Director Sarita Drake, House of […]
Shelter Spotlight: Care Lodge Expands Safety, Hope, and Opportunity for Survivors
For over four decades, Care Lodge Domestic Violence Shelter has been a source of safety and support for survivors across East Central Mississippi. Since 1981, the organization has served […]
Your Phone, Your Privacy, Your Safety: Protecting Yourself in a Connected World
Smartphones help us stay connected, manage daily responsibilities, and access important resources. For survivors of domestic violence, however, a phone may also be used to track locations, monitor conversations, […]
Diapers to Doorsteps Brings Essential Support to Mississippi Families
The Mississippi Center for Police and Sheriffs is helping meet the immediate needs of families through its Diapers to Doorsteps program. The initiative provides diapers, baby essentials, cribs, strollers, […]
MCADV Hosts Economic Justice Summit to Strengthen Safety, Stability, and Self Sufficiency for Survivors
The Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence hosted its 2026 Economic Justice Summit, Safety, Stability, and Self Sufficiency, on June 24, 2026. The summit brought together domestic violence advocates, shelter […]
MCADV Honors Rebekah Reed with 2026 Outstanding Service to Crime Victims Award
The Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence proudly recognized Rebekah Reed of S.A.F.E., Inc. as MCADV’s 2026 honoree for the Outstanding Service to Crime Victims Award, an annual recognition presented through […]
Legislative Update
The 2026 Mississippi Legislative Session brought progress, along with continued opportunities to strengthen protections for survivors of domestic violence across the state. Lawmakers reviewed several issues connected to victim safety, […]
Reflections: Celebrating One Year
Dear Friends and Partners, Twenty-five years ago, I accepted a position with Care Lodge Domestic Violence Shelter, believing it would be a part-time job until I found another opportunity. Little […]
Coalition in the Community
Throughout April, MCADV staff had the opportunity to stand alongside communities across Mississippi in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. From connecting with parents and […]
Amazon Ring Donation Program Helps Domestic Violence Survivors Build Safety Beyond Shelter
For many survivors of domestic violence, leaving an abusive relationship does not always mean the danger ends. Safety often becomes a daily process that includes planning, support, awareness, and the […]