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What we do

At Hope & Justice Project, we work hard to...

Help people affected by abuse and violence in their families and in their dating relationships.
Provide prevention education and training programs that encourage and support safe, joyful relationships.
Encourage community members to recognize and understand the nature of abuse and violence, to help repair the harm done, and to change the social conditions that tolerate and foster violence.

A relationship is healthy – and most joyful – when it's built on a foundation of...

Mutual respect. Your partner values you for who you are – and doesn't try to change you.
Trust. You can both talk to or do things with other people and not feel anxious or jealous – or wonder what's really going on.
Honesty. No lying. Period.
Support. You're happy about each other's successes and willing to "be there" when things aren't going well.
Freedom. You pursue your own hobbies and interests and spend time with your friends and family.
Open communication. You never keep your feelings to yourself because you wonder how your partner will react – and you listen when he/she confides in you.