Mission, Vision, Values
Since 1978, Safe+Sound Somerset has been answering the call of domestic violence survivors – often literally – with calls to our 24/7 helpline that are the first step in breaking free from the domestic violence and sexual abuse for many who are being beaten, battered, and berated. We hear it and see it every day – and we are here to help every survivor every day.
Safe+Sound Somerset is the only organization in Somerset County providing comprehensive services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Our compassionate, evidence-based/informed programs are designed to provide safety, hope and healing to survivors and their children; and to educate, interrupt, and stop intimate partner violence by leveraging our expertise and advocating within systems to create safe spaces for all.
Mission:
Safe + Sound Somerset stands with adult and child survivors of domestic and sexual violence by providing compassionate, supportive, and life‑changing services that build safety, stability, healing, and community.
Vision:
We envision communities where every person lives free of fear and violence, supported by a society that upholds fundamental rights.
Values:
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Survivors: We believe survivors and place their healing in the center of all the work we do.
Accountability: Accountability creates transparency and authenticity for our organization, survivors’ healing, and the community.
Freedom: Individuals and families are entitled to live free from violence and oppression, and communities thrive when all members are free to pursue their best selves.
Equity: We are intentional in our pursuit of equity, centering the voices and needs of marginalized communities in our work.
These principles are the guideposts for our programs, services and interactions with each other and the community.
