Support, Empower, Prevent
The mission of Skagit Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Services is to end domestic violence and sexual assault in our community through empowerment, advocacy, education, awareness and prevention.
Celebrating 44 years of continued community support!
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Who We Are
Skagit DVSAS is a 501(c)(3) private, non-profit organization located in Mount Vernon, WA, serving Skagit County since 1979. We are the recognized provider of domestic violence and sexual assault services in Skagit County.
Who We Serve
We provide services to any victim of domestic violence or sexual assault, recent or past. We also assist family members and friends of those who have been assaulted or abused.
Skagit DVSAS provides advocacy services to the community regardless of age, gender, race, color, religion, culture, national origin, sexual orientation, economic status, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.
Our Services
We provide confidential assistance for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, rape, child sexual abuse, stalking, elder abuse, sexual assault and sexual harassment. Services include crisis intervention, emergency shelter, advocacy-based counseling, legal, medical and social services advocacy, support groups, children’s advocacy and community education and prevention. All services are confidential and free. Find out more about our services here.
All services are free and completely confidential.
Skagit DVSAS believes that to make informed choices for themselves and their children, victims/ survivors must have access to safety, advocacy, information about options, and referrals to helping resources.
SDVSAS Donor Spotlight
We are incredibly grateful to all the wonderful, and caring individuals at Anacortes Soroptimist. We thank them sincerely, for their generous support and donations to SDVSAS. Your commitment helps us provide vital services to those in need, and we couldn’t do this work without your partnership. Thank you for making a difference in our community!
Anacortes Soroptimist
The Museum of Northwest Art (MoNa) Exhibit in LaConner is on Display Now
Have you seen our MoNa exhibit yet? 🎨✨ The MoNA exhibit in LaConner addresses trauma through art 'Creative Response to Trauma' and it is on view at the Museum of Northwest Art in La Conner! Everyone is welcome! Please stop by and see it!
Partnering with Brigid Collins Family Support Center, SDVSAS had the goal of sharing “art and writing created by survivors of traumas including: physical, sexual, emotional abuse, domestic violence, and neglect.”
The Creative Response to Trauma: A Community Response/Respuesta Creativa al Trauma: Un Enfoque Comunitario” opened to the public Oct. 12 and will stay on view in MoNA’s Gallery through to May 2025. This exhibit shines a light on the experiences of survivors and victims as they process trauma and find strength. It’s an eye-opening opportunity to raise awareness and start important conversations. The artwork on display is very impactful, and emotional. It includes a diverse array of creations, from original paintings and letters of support to decorated burlap flags, a denim quilt, and painted masks. The artists, ranging in age from 3 years old to adults, crafted these pieces within a therapeutic setting.
Many people, including survivors of interpersonal violence, often view healing from trauma as a straightforward, step-by-step process. However, for most survivors, it is a winding journey that frequently involves challenges and setbacks.
While survivors of abuse are sometimes labeled as victims, they demonstrate immense courage and resilience by coming forward, seeking help, and undertaking the difficult work of healing to build safer, healthier futures.
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