Building a violence-free North Dakota

From training and educational materials to public awareness and legislative policy change, we work to provide North Dakota communities with the best tools and information to better support victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

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If you are in an unsafe or abusive situation, there are 19 domestic violence/sexual assault (DV/SA) victim advocacy centers across North Dakota that can help you navigate your options and stay safe. Each center is staffed with professionals who can help you with safety planning, finding shelter, obtaining a protection order, and more.

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To end domestic and sexual violence, we must first understand why these types of abuse occur. Learn more about the forms of domestic and sexual violence, how they impact victims, and ways you can support someone experiencing abuse.

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Join the movement of advocates and change-makers working to end domestic and sexual violence. From spreading awareness to advocating for better laws and policies, discover ways that you can support survivors and prevent future violence.

Help end domestic and sexual violence in North Dakota

Thousands of North Dakotans experience domestic and sexual violence each year. But together, we can change that. By giving to NDDSVC, you’re helping us prevent future violence and providing life-saving resources to North Dakota communities.

News & Events

Stay up to date with the latest news from our team.

November 12, 2024

New Report: Leading Sexual Violence Prevention in North Dakota

Announcements, Spotlight

NDDSVC’s role as the designated state sexual assault coalition includes a strategic focus on addressing sexual violence through prevention strategies creating a culture of respect, consent, and nonviolence in North Dakota. In 2023, NDDSVC received funding and resources from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Rape Prevention and Education (RPE) Program Grant to complete a year-long, data-driven Coalition Capacity Assessment addressing areas of sexual violence primary prevention strengths and areas of potential strategic growth.

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November 4, 2024

New Report: FVPSA Needs Assessment Annual Update—2024

Announcements, Spotlight

As part of our ongoing review of the strengths and gaps in North Dakota’s response to domestic violence, NDDSVC collaborated with Global Rights for Women (GRW) in 2023-2024 to conduct a statewide Needs Assessment Annual Update project. This Annual Update identifies Native American women as a priority underserved and highly victimized community in our state.

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October 16, 2024

CAWS North Dakota Rebrands to North Dakota Domestic & Sexual Violence Coalition

Announcements, Blogs, Spotlight

For the past year and a half, CAWS North Dakota has been working to rename and rebrand our organization, and I am proud to announce that as of October 16, 2024, we are now the North Dakota Domestic & Sexual Violence Coalition (NDDSVC)! Alongside our rebrand, we’ve completely updated and redesigned our coalition website. 

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NDDSVC does not provide direct services to victims and survivors.
Contact a DV/SA advocacy center near you if you are looking for support. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.