Kendra Wyckoff, executive director of Peace House, shares how the nonprofit has grown from a grassroots response to local tragedies into a vital community resource offering shelter, advocacy, counseling and prevention education for domestic violence survivors.
Wyckoff explains that abuse extends beyond physical violence to include emotional, financial and controlling behaviors, and emphasizes the importance of early intervention and education around healthy relationships. She also offers guidance on how to safely support someone experiencing abuse and encourages both survivors and their allies to reach out to Peace House for confidential, 24/7 help.
