Research has consistently shown that only 10-25% of survivors of family violence will ever access services.*
*Langton, L., & Truman, J. L. (2014). Socio-emotional impact of violent crime. US Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Statistics.
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Texas family violence programs have served over 71,000 Texas victims & families.
1.5M
Texans received 1.7 million services from family violence centers.
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TCFV stands together with 127 programs and partners working to end family violence.
“This is one of the best conferences I’ve been to. Each session was meaningful and provided both inspiration and actual tools to re-energize me.”
Advocate on mental health services
Commonly Asked Questions
Category II programs that primarily serve victims of family violence and their children (51 percent of clients or more), must have been in operation for fewer than five years, and may only hold Category II membership for three years before applying for Category I membership.
Category II programs that primarily serve victims of family violence and their children (51 percent of clients or more), must have been in operation for fewer than five years, and may only hold Category II membership for three years before applying for Category I membership.
Category II programs that primarily serve victims of family violence and their children (51 percent of clients or more), must have been in operation for fewer than five years, and may only hold Category II membership for three years before applying for Category I membership.
Still have Questions?
For questions about your current membership or becoming a member, contact Leigh Ann Montague.
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Category II programs that primarily serve victims of family violence and their children (51 percent of clients or more), must have been in operation for fewer than five years, and may only hold Category II membership for three years before applying for Category I membership.
Category II programs that primarily serve victims of family violence and their children (51 percent of clients or more), must have been in operation for fewer than five years, and may only hold Category II membership for three years before applying for Category I membership.
Category II programs that primarily serve victims of family violence and their children (51 percent of clients or more), must have been in operation for fewer than five years, and may only hold Category II membership for three years before applying for Category I membership.
Empowering Advocates
AdvocacyAdvocate on mental health services“When you hear others talking about what they have gone through and you have gone through the same thing and they were able to get through it… I can too.”
Help When You Need It
In 2018, the National Domestic Violence Hotline received 321,572 calls and 14,085 texts.*
2017 Fatalities Map
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TCFV stands together with 127 programs and partners working to end family violence.
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For nonprofit organizations with for MORE THAN five years of serving victims of family violence.
Supporting Family Violence Program
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Complementary lifetime memberships are available to domestic violence survivors.
Early Bird
Early Bird
Regular
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Refunds & Cancellations
Cancellations received by January 22, 2021 will receive a refund, minus a 25% processing fee. Cancellations received after this date are non-refundable.
Questions
Please email the ED Conference tech team at edconference@tcfv.org.
Popular Benefits
Benefits listed below are not available across all levels of membership. See our Membership Benefits Table for more details on each level’s benefits.
A member-focused organization, TCFV is committed to mobilizing people and megaphoning voices to make an impact for Texas’ thousands of victims and their families. We are one of the largest domestic violence coalitions in the nation, strengthened by a membership of more than 1,000 family violence service providers, businesses and business professionals, communities of faith, concerned citizens, and family violence survivors.
Research has consistently shown that only 10-25% of survivors of family violence will ever access services.*
*Langton, L., & Truman, J. L. (2014). Socio-emotional impact of violent crime. US Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, Bureau of Justice Statistics.
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Service-Minded and Mission-Driven
TCFV is a fast-paced and fun work environment in the Texas capital. Depending on your role, you may travel extensively or stay in the office to support ongoing projects and operation needs. Our staff stays connected by sharing successes at regular meetings and fostering camaraderie by lunching together frequently.
Where to Get Help
If you’re in an emergency situation, call 911
National Domestic Violence Hotline
800.799.7233Essential tools and confidential support to help survivors of domestic violence live their lives free of abuse.
love is respect
866.331.9474Information, support, and advocacy to young people between the ages of 13 and 26 who have questions or concerns about their romantic relationships.
Texas Advocacy Project
800.374.4673Free legal services and access to the justice system for domestic violence survivors.
TCFV Technical Assistance Line
800.525.1978Advocacy, resources, and connections to local programs for survivors in need.
Know who you’re looking for? See the complete TCFV Directory
Survivor Resources
Domestic violence impacts people across ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.
What to Expect
It can be scary to reach out for help, especially when you don’t know what to expect. All service providers and programs vary in practice and policy, but here’s what you can generally expect.
Safety Planning
It can be scary to reach out for help, especially when you don’t know what to expect. All service providers and programs vary in practice and policy, but here’s what you can generally expect.
It can be scary to reach out for help, especially when you don’t know what to expect. All service providers and programs vary in practice and policy, but here’s what you can generally expect.
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Offender Resources
Domestic violence impacts people across ethnicity, race, gender, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status.
Are you Abusing?
It can be scary to reach out for help, especially when you don’t know what to expect. All service providers and programs vary in practice and policy, but here’s what you can generally expect.
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It can be scary to reach out for help, especially when you don’t know what to expect. All service providers and programs vary in practice and policy, but here’s what you can generally expect.
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Resource Links
One in the Movement – Prevention Chapter
One in the Movement is a TCFV publication designed specifically for those who are new to domestic violence work. Check out the chapter dedicated to prevention
One in the Movement – Prevention Chapter
One in the Movement is a TCFV publication designed specifically for those who are new to domestic violence work. Check out the chapter dedicated to prevention
One in the Movement – Prevention Chapter
One in the Movement is a TCFV publication designed specifically for those who are new to domestic violence work. Check out the chapter dedicated to prevention
Resource Links
One in the Movement – Prevention Chapter
One in the Movement is a TCFV publication designed specifically for those who are new to domestic violence work. Check out the chapter dedicated to prevention
One in the Movement Online Module
Sign up for self-paced modules and earn credit. TCFV’s One in The Movement training website includes prevention and other modules that anyone new to the movement wouldn’t dream of skipping.
Prevent Connect
The go-to online resource for primary prevention of sexual and domestic violence. They offer podcasts, a newsletter and a very active email listserv.
Teaching to Transform: Searchable Resources for Violence Prevention Education (Coming Soon…)
Sign up for self-paced modules and earn credit. TCFV’s One in The Movement training website includes prevention and other modules that anyone new to the movement wouldn’t dream of skipping.
Our Goal: 71,000 Purple Postcards
One card for every one survivor that sought services last year
One card for every one survivor that sought services last year
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Program Administrators
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| Operating budget | Dues |
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| $0 – $250,000 | $1,000 |
| $250,001 – $300,000 | $1,250 |
| $300,001 – $400,000 | $1,500 |
| $400,001 – $450,000 | $2,000 |
| $450,001 – $550,000 | $2,250 |
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Officers
Frances Wilson
Past Chair | Ex-OfficioPresident | CEO
The Purple Door
Corpus Christi, TX
Lyndia Allen
Region 3 Area DirectorExecutive Director
Gateway Family Services, Inc.
Synder, TX
Staley Heatly
At-Large Area DirectorDistrict Attorney
46th Judicial District
Vernon, TX
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Regional Directors
Twila D. Carter
Vice ChairAt-Large Director
Executive Director
Astros Foundation
Houston, TX
Staley Heatly
At-Large Area DirectorDistrict Attorney
46th Judicial District
Vernon, TX
Maricarmen Garza
SecretaryAt-Large Director
Chief of Programs
The Tahirih Justice Center
Houston, TX
Lyndia Allen
Region 3 Area DirectorExecutive Director
Gateway Family Services, Inc.
Synder, TX
Shirley Cox
At-Large DirectorSenior Vice President
Amegy Bank
Arlington, TX
Staley Heatly
SecretaryAt-Large Area Director
District Attorney
46th Judicial District of Texas
Vernon, TX
Elizabeth Lippincott
At-Large DirectorExecutive Director
Texas Clean Energy Coalition
Austin, TX
Meet Our Team
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MISSION
Working to End Family Violence Since 1978
The Texas Council on Family Violence is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit coalition in Texas dedicated solely to creating safer communities and freedom from family violence.
AboutA Leader in Our Efforts
Support to Service Providers
TCFV educates and trains criminal justice personnel, victim advocates, service providers, health care providers, faith communities and businesses throughout Texas and the nation. We host hundreds of local, statewide and online trainings each year. We also answer thousands of technical assistance calls from family violence, battering intervention and prevention programs every year. We’re committed to supporting every program in Texas with the expertise and materials needed to keep survivors safe and hold batterers accountable.
Public Policy
The TCFV Public Policy Team is a unified voice before the Texas Legislature on behalf of domestic violence victims. We support drafting and passage of laws that assist victims and survivors.
Prevention
The TCFV Prevention Team seeks to accomplish long-term social change. We support prevention efforts through technical assistance, consultations, trainings and online resources, and provide a larger framework for communities across the state to engage in violence prevention.
Agenda
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Detailed Agenda10:00am – 10:15am
This year our conference will be held on Remo. Please take the time to set up your account and get familiar with Remo before the conference so you don’t miss a minute.
10:15am – 11:00am
Opening Keynote with Sapna Aggarwal
11:00am – 11:30am
Break
11:00am – 11:30am
Pick Your Workshop
- Reimagining Prevention facilitated by Rita Flores and Tim Love
- How To Be An Anti-Racist Leader with Briona Jenkins
- Facilitated Workshop with Karli Johnson
12:30pm – 2:00pm
Lunch/Wellness Break
12:30pm – 2:00pm
Guided Meditation
1:30pm – 2:00pm
Networking Opportunity in Ballroom
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Pick Your Workshop
- Critical Conversations facilitated by Anna Jackson
- How to Adapt Your Fundraising Plan in the Age of COVID with Julia Campbell
- Self-Care Is Never Enough: How Agencies Can Prevent Turnover, Inter-Agency Violence, and Burnout with The Legacy Collective
3:00pm – 3:15pm
Break
3:15pm – 4:00pm
Networking Groups
- Rural Program Networking Group facilitated by Erica Bustamante & Ryan Shriver
- Urban Program Networking Group facilitated by Rachna Khare & Frances Wilson
4:00pm – 4:15pm
Closing Remarks
4:15pm – 5:00pm
TCFV Membership Event
10:00am – 10:15am
This year our conference will be held on Remo. Please take the time to set up your account and get familiar with Remo before the conference so you don’t miss a minute.
10:15am – 11:00am
Opening Keynote with Sapna Aggarwal
11:00am – 11:30am
Break
11:00am – 11:30am
Pick Your Workshop
- Reimagining Prevention facilitated by Rita Flores and Tim Love
- How To Be An Anti-Racist Leader with Briona Jenkins
- Facilitated Workshop with Karli Johnson
12:30pm – 2:00pm
Lunch/Wellness Break
12:30pm – 2:00pm
Guided Meditation
1:30pm – 2:00pm
Networking Opportunity in Ballroom
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Pick Your Workshop
- Critical Conversations facilitated by Anna Jackson
- How to Adapt Your Fundraising Plan in the Age of COVID with Julia Campbell
- Self-Care Is Never Enough: How Agencies Can Prevent Turnover, Inter-Agency Violence, and Burnout with The Legacy Collective
3:00pm – 3:15pm
Break
3:15pm – 4:00pm
Networking Groups
- Rural Program Networking Group facilitated by Erica Bustamante & Ryan Shriver
- Urban Program Networking Group facilitated by Rachna Khare & Frances Wilson
4:00pm – 4:15pm
Closing Remarks
4:15pm – 5:00pm
TCFV Membership Event
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-Hold 501(c)(3) status. -Primarily serve survivors of family violence and their children in residential or non-residential programs. -Provide services consistent with rules set forth in the Texas Department of Health and Human Services Commission Family Violence Program regulations. -Support TCFV mission, goals and philosophy. |
-Hold 501(c)(3) status. -Primarily serve survivors of family violence and their children in residential or non-residential programs. -Provide services consistent with rules set forth in the Texas Department of Health and Human Services Commission Family Violence Program regulations. -Support TCFV mission, goals and philosophy. Note: Category II programs that primarily serve victims of family violence and their children (51 percent of clients or more), must have been in operation for fewer than five years, and may only hold Category II membership for three years before applying for Category I membership. |
-Support TCFV mission, goals and philosophy. -Commit to a partnership to end family violence. -Hold accreditation if operating a battering intervention and prevention program. |
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Membership dues are based on your organization’s family violence program operational budget. Members receive a yearly renewal pledge form which includes payment schedule options. Membership dues can be paid annually, biannually or quarterly. |
Membership dues are based on your organization’s family violence program operational budget. Members receive a yearly renewal pledge form which includes payment schedule options. Membership dues can be paid annually, biannually or quarterly. |
Membership dues are based on your organization’s operational budget and are renewed on an annual bases. |
Membership dues for individuals are accessed on an anniversary renewal cycle. |
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