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Learn about the latest news from Safe Voices.
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Record high service calls at Safe Voices as budget cuts threaten staff
May 3, 2025
However, this much-needed expansion comes with a bittersweet edge. A million and a half dollars in HUD and Department of Justice grants the nonprofit has relied on, particularly under the Trump administration, are no longer available or will expire this fall.
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Lewiston Safe Voices opens resource center amid worry of federal budget cuts
May 3, 2025
Safe Voices celebrated its grand opening of a new comprehensive resource center on Lisbon Street Thursday as the organization fears federal funding cuts could cause a budget shortfall dismantling key services in the region.
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DV Day at the Maine State House
May 1, 2025
Member organizations of the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence gathered at the State House Tuesday to raise awareness and honor victims of domestic violence homicide in Maine. Advocates recognized victims from all over the state and highlighted essential domestic violence services while pushing for the passage of three funding bills that could help close […]
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From Augusta: Meyer proposal would provide funding to Maine’s domestic violence resource centers
March 20, 2025
“For 15 years, I have witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of domestic violence and the urgent need for organizations like Safe Voices and the network of domestic violence resource centers across Maine to be here to answer the call. And for 15 years, I have answered the call and sat with survivors who have come to me feeling lost and scared. I have helped them create a safety plan and helped them find hope, but over the last several years, answering that call has become harder and harder."
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Media Inquiries?
Media inquires can be sent to gkendall@safevoices.org, which is checked daily Monday through Friday. For phone inquires, please contact Grace Kendall, Director of Development and Engagement, at 207-795-6744 ext. 214.