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

CLINTON COUNTY STAFF

HIGHLAND COUNTY STAFF

Dara Gullette

Amber Schiller
Kimberly Lute

Julie Brassel
Jamie Chaney
Teri Cragwall
Jeanine Mullenix

 

BOARD

Pamela  Limes

PRESIDENT

Bill Fife

BOARD MEMBER

Cindy Asmus 

TREASURER

Brandon Stratton

BOARD MEMBER

Tonya Sturgill

BOARD MEMBER

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Janette Thompson

BOARD MEMBER

Linda Emery

BOARD MEMBER 

Our Board meets bi-monthly on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm in the Hillsboro Office

NEXT MEETINGS: August 24, 2021

 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.