is a domestic violence shelter with a mission to provide a safe haven and supportive services to women and children who are the victims of family violence, sexual abuse, and human trafficking, with a focus on immigrant and refugee women and children, cultural sensitivity and self-sufficiency.
Our staff has over 40 years of combined experience in the domestic violence field, has helped residents and clients from over 50 countries on six continents, and speaks over 11 languages with access to translation services for 140 languages.
Learn More >>If you are experiencing domestic violence or think that you could be at risk, please know that it is not your fault. Help and support exist to help you end the abusive relationship and start a life free from violence. Please call us at 770-413-5557 to speak with a trained advocate.
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Abuse is more prevalent than you may realize. In Atlanta, 300 women are trafficked every month. 10 million Americans are abused by an intimate partner every year, and 20% of women are raped in their lifetime.
Click the link below to learn more about the reality of domestic violence, human trafficking and sexual assault.
Volunteers make it possible for IWH to provide better services to our clients, and each volunteer brings a unique perspective that enhances the recovery of our clients’ lives. We regularly rely on volunteers for various types of support, activities and engagement. Donations serve to fund our shelter and services, as well as to support families build a life free of violence.
We could not do what we do without the generous contributions of individuals, corporations, and foundations. We are grateful for your support!
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Volunteers enable us to provide better services to our clients. Each volunteer brings a unique perspective that enhances the recovery of our clients’ lives.
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To eradicate the cycle of family violence in the state of Georgia by being the prominent provider of high-quality, client-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally competent services for victims of family violence and human trafficking.
Our goal is to help each client become empowered with the tools, skills, and self-confidence necessary to live a life free from violence. We are always willing to tailor services to meet clients’ individual needs. Clients do not have to reside in our shelter to receive services.
