Safespace Incorporated

Safespace Incorporated, a nonprofit organization, aims to combat domestic violence in Sevier, Cocke, and Jefferson Counties in Tennessee. Their mission is threefold: providing shelter, supporting, and empowering victims of domestic violence and their children; changing societal attitudes and systems that foster such violence; and ultimately, working towards its eradication.

Safespace Incorporated serves as a sanctuary for victims, offering them shelter from the harmful environment they have been subjected to. Beyond providing a safe space, the organization also extends its support to the victims, helping them rebuild their lives. This support includes addressing their immediate needs, such as food and clothing, as well as offering longer-term assistance through case management, support groups, and access to mental and medical healthcare.

In addition to direct support, Safespace Incorporated also seeks to change the societal attitudes and systems that contribute to domestic violence. This involves advocating for shifts in societal norms and working towards reforming systems that perpetuate violence. The organization achieves this by engaging with various stakeholders and advocating for policies and practices that prioritize the safety and well-being of victims of domestic violence.

In their efforts to end domestic violence, Safespace Incorporated reaches out to the broader community as well. They conduct presentations in schools to educate children about domestic violence, aiming to prevent it from taking root in future generations. Through these efforts, Safespace Incorporated is not just providing immediate relief to victims, but also working towards a future where such violence is no longer prevalent.