ABOUT US
​MISSION AND HISTORY
Alternatives to Violence Center is a grass roots organization founded in 1981. Formed by a working board of trustees and one full-time staff, the agency was originally called Highland County Domestic Violence Task Force. After prompting from Clinton County Commissioners, the agency soon expanded to include Clinton County. In an effort to ensure Clinton County was represented, as well as the services and communities served, the agency re-branded itself and began working as Alternatives to Violence Center in 2008.
Alternatives to Violence Center's mission is to provide alternatives to violence and solutions to survivors and their families. The agency accomplishes this mission by providing 24-hour crisis intervention to any individual experiencing violence, abuse, stalking or neglect.
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Alternatives to Violence Center is a current member of Ohio Domestic Violence Network, Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence, Ohio Network of Child Advocacy Centers, and End Slavery Cincinnati. Membership ensures the agency is adhering to best practices as outlined by these groups.
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STAFF
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Dara Gullette
CLINTON COUNTY STAFF
Kim Lute
Madi Saunders
Jordan Gillespie
Skylar Elliott
HIGHLAND COUNTY STAFF
Julie Brassel
Lynn White
Teri Cragwall
Jeanine Mullenix
Sarah Collins
BOARD
Pamela Limes
President
Tonya Sturgill
Board Member​
Cindy Asmus
Treasurer
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Kathy Jones
Board Member
Brandon Stratton
Board Member
Terri Balser
Board Member
Our Board meets bi-monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm in the Hillsboro Office
All meetings are open to the public.
Individuals requesting Board action on an issue are to provide the President of the Board with written notice at least seven (7) business days before the meeting in order to be placed on the agenda. The Board may assign time limits for public comments.