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Overview May 14, 2015

Who We Are

The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence (the Partnership) is California’s recognized domestic violence coalition, representing over 2,000 advocates, organizations and allied groups throughout the state. Through our public policy, communications and capacity-building efforts, we align prevention and intervention strategies to advance social change. We believe that by sharing expertise, advocates and policy-makers can end domestic violence. For nearly 40 years, we have inspired, informed and connected all those concerned with this issue, because together we’re stronger.

Setting Strong Policy

Passing strong, comprehensive legislation and promoting policies that address the range of issues impacting survivors and their families

Communicating Priorities

Making the most of opportunities in social and traditional media and engaging a variety of messengers to promote solutions to critical issues in our movement

Building Capacity

Allowing every person working toward a violence-free California to become much more effective and efficient in addressing all facets of domestic violence

Making Prevention Accessible

Strengthening prevention implementation and evaluation across California | #PreventionAcrossCA

Post October 22, 2021

There is an image of youth walking toward a metal detector, and one young person's clothes turn into a prison uniform when walking through it. Guards in riot gear are on the other side. In the foreground is a goldenrod to magenta rectangle with white text in front. It reads, "PREVENTION PEER NETWORK: A CALL TO HEAL".

Recording Now Available! A Call To Heal: Dismantling the School to Prison Pipeline Through the Engagement & Centering of Youth
Annika Leonard from Priceless Incite LLC joined our Prevention Peer Network webinar to examine the impact of the school to prison pipeline and work to deepen our understanding of the experiences and needs of youth impacted by zero tolerance policies.

Post August 6, 2021

Against a purple, blue, green, and yellow gradient background, laptops are shown tumbling down on the right-hand side. There is a purple to gold gradient rectangle on the left side, with white text reading," PREVENTION PEER NETWORK: VIOLENCE PREVENTION & PORN LITERACY".

Access Our Recording for Our Recent Prevention Peer Network Webinar: Why You Should Include Porn Literacy in Your Violence Prevention Programming—and How to Do It!
Learn how to teach porn literacy to youth using a shame-free, trauma-informed, and anti-oppression lens.

Post February 26, 2021

A group of people gather virtually on a Zoom meeting. Underneath is white text against a yellow background, reading, "FEBRUARY PREVENTION PEER NETWORK RECORDING".

On February 18th, we hosted our monthly Prevention Peer Network Webinar, this time covering the topic “Add to Your Virtual Prevention Programming Toolbox.”
If you missed the discussion, we have you covered! Watch the recording and access resources to learn about ways to improve virtual efforts--and explore the free and affordable programs that are available to preventionists.

Post June 29, 2020

New Prevention Peer Network Webinar | Open to All

View the recording and materials for our recent Prevention Peer Network Webinar Discussion: Anti-Racism Work Prevents Violence: What You Can Do Now!
Presented by Gayle Guest-Brown, MBA, PMP - CEO, Executive Leadership Coach, Trainer and Speaker at Guest Brown Impact; Facilitated by Miranda Stiers, Capacity Building Program Specialist at the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence

Post May 12, 2020

Making the Most of Your Prevention Communications Plan

May 14th Prevention Peer Network Webinar
Recording now available for part three of our Series, "Adapting Your Prevention Communications during the COVID-19 Pandemic"

Post February 25, 2020

Postponed: Building Change Together, California’s Most Comprehensive Prevention Training
Due to the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we have decided to postpone our March 24-26 training for Building Change Together at the Crowne Plaza Concord/Walnut Creek. We invite all preventionists to stay involved virtually.

Dear Building Change Together Participants,

Resource Tool March 21, 2017 The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence; National Latin@ Network - Casa de Esperanza; Department of Justice; Asian Pacific Institute on Gender Based Violence

Emergency Preparedness Toolkit
A Guide for Domestic Violence Organizations

Emergency Preparedness Toolkit | Download the Webinar

Emergencies are inevitable; but by developing safety plans and procedures in advance, your organization can effectively identify and address impending hazards, as well as prepare effective measures to aid recovery after the event. The Partnership’s Emergency Preparedness Toolkit includes a compilation of trusted emergency preparedness resources and guidance materials.

Press release March 15, 2017

New voluntary tax contribution option will benefit California survivors of domestic violence
California Partnership to End Domestic Violence and Assemblywoman Catherine Baker launch new tax donation campaign: California Taxpayers Support Survivors

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 14, 2017

Media Contact:
Jessica Merrill, Communications & Development Manager: jessica@cpedv.org | (916) 444-7163, x118

New voluntary tax contribution option will benefit California survivors of domestic violence

Press release February 13, 2017

Media Alert: Annual Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month Rally taking place at the California State Capitol

Media Contact: Jessica Merrill February 13, 2017
Mobile: (707) 330-6838
Email: jessica@cpedv.org

Publication October 11, 2016 California Partnership to End Domestic ViolenceCalifornia Coalition Against Sexual Assault

Voter Engagement Guide 2016

The Partnership and the California Coalition Against Sexual Assault, is pleased to present a Voter Engagement Guide for the 2016 election. The guide provides voter engagement activities, candidate information, social media tips, important dates and more to help your organization engage with your community to get involved.

Press release August 29, 2016

Alleged murder of 16 year-old by ex-boyfriend illustrates crisis of adolescent dating abuse in California
Middle and high school policies urgently needed to prevent abuse, support healthy relationships

Resource Tool July 15, 2016 Asian Pacific Institute on Gender Based ViolenceDeborah Son, MSW: STAND! For Families Free of ViolenceMinouche Kandel, San Francisco Department on the Status of Women & Alexandra Lutnick, RTI InternationalDerald Wing Sue, Christina M. Capodilupo, Gina C. Torino, Jennifer M. Bucceri, Aisha M. B. Holder, Kevin L. Nadal, and Marta Esquilin Teachers College, Columbia UniversityAdaptation from Sue, Derald Wing, Microaggressions in Everyday Life: Race, Gender and Sexual Orientation, Wiley & Sons, 2010.Celina Alveraz, Empower Yolo, WOCN Aspiring Ally and Jackie Burris, Catalyst Domestic Violence Services, WOCN Aspiring AllySarah Khan and Vivian LeeHolly Grace Palmer, Haven Women’s Center of Stanislaus County and Adaora Ezike, MHS California Adolescent Health Collaborative at PHIDeep Kaur Jodhka, Sikh Family Center and Nancy Wan, Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based ViolenceKristine King, Project Coordinator, Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse and Rhonda Martinson, Consultant on behalf of Praxis International

Our Statewide Domestic Violence Conference: Keeping the Momentum Going

Resource Tool May 30, 2016 The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence; National Latin@ Network - Casa de Esperanza; Department of Justice; Asian Pacific Institute on Gender Based Violence

Language Access Resources
Making Services Accessible to Limited English Proficiency, Deaf & Hard of Hearing DV Survivors

Survivors with limited language proficiency (LEP) are more likely to seek services if those services are provided in their language, and any organization receiving federal financial assistance—either directly or indirectly—is required to comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the American with Disabilities Act.

Press release May 27, 2016

The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence on the continued domestic violence allegations against Assemblymember Hernández

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 27, 2016

Media Contact: Jessica Merrill, Communications & Development Manager: jessica@cpedv.org | (916) 444-7163, x118

Press release April 21, 2016

Safety and Accountability:
The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence’s statement on the allegations against Assemblymember Hernandez

The California Partnership to End Domestic Violence is aware of the recent allegations of domestic violence against Assemblymember Roger Hernandez. As the coalition voice representing California’s domestic violence community, we are concerned about these charges, and want to reaffirm the importance of supporting victims and fostering meaningful accountability for people who harm others. Because the case at hand is open and ongoing, we do not have all the facts and cannot presume the nature of the evidence, nor the legal implications thereof.

Press release February 25, 2016

Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month Rally
California’s latest prevention efforts discussed

Media Contact: Jessica Merrill February 25, 2016
Mobile: (707) 330-6838
Email: jessica@cpedv.org

Press release February 8, 2016

Resolution commemorates February as Teen Dating Violence Month
Public awareness campaign highlights school policies on adolescent dating abuse as a solution

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 9, 2016

Media Contacts:

Campaign August 25, 2015

California Has its Own Specialized License Plate Dedicated to Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention!
Pre-Order Yours Today and Spread the Word

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the California Says NO MORE license plate campaign alongside Assemblymember Jimmy Gomez, the California Office of Emergency Services and the California Coalition Against Sexual Assault.

Press release June 23, 2015

New report demonstrates alarming gap in services for domestic violence victims in California

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 10, 2015
Media Contact: Jessica Merrill, Communications & Development Manager: jessica@cpedv.org (916) 444-7163, x118

New report demonstrates alarming gap in services for domestic violence victims in California

SACRAMENTO — A new report reveals 5,784 victims of domestic violence received services from domestic violence programs across California in just one day. These victims could fill legislators’ seats in the California Senate and Assembly chambers 48 times over.

Member Stories

Member story July 14, 2017

Member Stories
"Membership has provided me with the opportunity to have a voice regarding state law and policy that affects my community and the victims we serve..." - Adam Dodge, Laura's House

“Membership has provided me with the opportunity to have a voice regarding state law and policy that affects my community and the victims we serve. Through legislative advocacy, I have discovered powerful new ways to assist my clients and collaborate with colleagues across the state.” – Adam Dodge, Legal Director, Laura’s House

Member story March 9, 2017