First Step: A Response to Domestic Violence, Inc.

Mission Statement:

Empowering survivors to break the cycle of violence and abuse in their lives.

Vision Statement: 

The vision of First Step: A Response to Domestic Violence is a community free of abuse. 

Value Statements: 

For over 40 years, First Step has been committed to providing free and confidential services to survivors of intimate partner or relationship violence who have experienced economic, physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, and/or verbal abuse, including but not limited to controlling behavior, isolation, threats, intimidation, gaslighting, stalking and dating violence.

First Step welcomes and respects all survivors of intimate partner or relationship violence, regardless of race, ethnicity, color, age, gender, disability, national origin, religion, language proficiency, citizenship status, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression. 

First Step affirms the right of each individual to be safe at home and to be free to make their own choices in their lives. We are dedicated to educating, empowering, and connecting individuals to resources that build on their strengths and support their choices.

First Step values partnerships and is committed to educating and inspiring our community to address the issue of violence and abuse in relationships and families.