Our mission statement is more than just a set of words; it serves as a guiding force for the work we do at Rose Brooks Center. Ultimately, it answers that one fundamental question: “Why does Rose Brooks Center exist?”
You may first think it’s because people need emergency shelter. But it’s actually so much more complex. Think of it this way – if survivors of domestic violence have resources to safely leave an abusive relationship, resources to help them heal from the trauma they have experienced, and resources to land in safe, affordable housing with a means to care for themselves and their children – they are likely to break the cycle of domestic violence.
The journey mentioned above is still just a small percentage of survivors who may need emergency shelter and the comprehensive care that accompanies it. Breaking the cycle of domestic violence also means prevention programming, and advocacy work throughout our community and within our systems such as hospitals, courts, and law enforcement. Breaking the cycle means being there 24/7, educating the larger community, such as yourselves, and reminding survivors that Rose Brooks is here and they will always have access to safety and resources.
The mission of Rose Brooks Center is to break the cycle of domestic violence so that individuals and families can live free of abuse.
