Happy Pride from DVIP!
Happy Pride Month! In June we come together to celebrate the progress, history and culture of the LGBTQIA+ community. DVIP stands with our LGBTQIA+ friends and neighbors and remains committed […]
You can make a huge impact.
The Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) is seeking additional recurring monthly donors to support victims/survivors of intimate partner violence, harassment, human trafficking, and stalking. Each month we rely on our sustaining supporters to provide emergency and comprehensive services to those most vulnerable in our communities.
Tell Your Legislator to Fill the Gap and Support Victim-Survivors!
We can fill the gap to keep victim services funded! Join DVIP advocates and supporters in contacting your Senators (515.281.3371) and Representatives (515.281.3221) by phone or by texting “PYDBMS” to […]
24th Annual Souper Bowl Success
The DVIP Annual Souper Bowl is a community event that raises funds for victims of intimate partner violence, human trafficking, stalking, and harassment for eight Southeastern Iowa counties. For our […]
Volunteer Rewind: A Look Into Last Years Souper Bowl!
February 19th, 2021 ⤀⤀⤀ As a new year begins and the 24th Annual COVID-style Souper Bowl quickly approaches, we look back with grateful hearts to those who have volunteered their […]
February is Black History Month!
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. This February, we want to recognize the […]
February is Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month!
February is Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month: a national effort to raise awareness about dating violence and promote healthy relationships. Did you know that while 82% of parents feel […]
Sheltering Services During COVID-19
For over 40 years, the Domestic Violence Intervention Program (DVIP) has been removing barriers for victims/survivors of intimate partner violence, stalking and human trafficking. DVIP provides comprehensive services such as […]
Children Who Witness Domestic Violence Cope In Different Ways
An alarming number of children are maltreated or exposed to domestic violence in the United States each year. Researchers have estimated that between 3.3 million and 10 million children are […]
Human Trafficking Awareness Day 2021
Traffickers go to great lengths to keep victims under control, using both physical and psychological tactics to create dependence and fear. While kidnapping a victim off the street can happen, […]