KCSDV Purpose
The purpose of the Coalition is the prevention and elimination of sexual and domestic violence through a statewide network of programs providing support and safety for all victims of sexual and domestic violence and stalking, with primary focus on women and their children; direct services; public awareness and education; advocacy for victims; comprehensive prevention; and, social change efforts.
KCSDV Goals
- Build coalition among service providers to promote communication, support and networking to ensure comprehensive quality services.
- Develop research and data collection systems that document the incidence of sexual and domestic violence and stalking and the availability of services.
- Enhance and support the provision of services for victims of sexual and domestic violence and stalking in Kansas, with primary focus on women and their children.
- Conduct statewide educational efforts to inform the public, specific groups, and agencies about the nature of sexual and domestic violence and stalking and their effect on individuals, families and society.
- Provide statewide and national advocacy for public policy changes that affect victims of sexual and domestic violence and stalking.
- Develop a statewide comprehensive prevention plan for ending sexual and domestic violence.
- Confront and affirm issues of empowerment affecting women and children without regard to race, color, creed, age, physical limitations, national origin, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, marital/parental status, education and income.