ALSO: Local Roots, National Reach
ALSO is in a unique position as a Chicago-rooted anti-violence organization with a footprint that spans all 56 U.S. states and territories.
With local roots in Chicago, ALSO works to end violence and enhance supports available for survivors in our hometown and the rest of the country.
Overall Impact
Over
5500
people invested in – combined through our direct services and capacity building
Capacity Building
ALSO teams train victim service and government professionals and provide them with assistance and resources, improving their capacity to address forms of violence and abuse and increasing access for survivors.
3,000+
people trained
250+
trainings & other learning opportunities provided
2,200+
hours delivering individualized technical assistance/consultation
Direct Services
Community Violence Programming:
1005
community members living in-risk of violence received street outreach and case management services over the past 3 years
66,000+
hours spent on mentoring and supporting in-risk community members
110
people hired as peace ambassadors through FLIP workforce program over the past 3 years
616
community events hosted in Chicago to facilitate safe spaces over the past 3 years
Domestic Violence Programming – over past 5 years:
Approximately
230
domestic violence program clients have been served over the past 5 years
Over
120
instances of crisis intervention for domestic violence victims in immediate danger
Over
340
instances of employment assistance, including job readiness, resume building, and referrals to workforce partners for domestic violence victims
More than
400
instances of economic assistance, including basic needs such as groceries and personal supplies, transportation, and emergency housing for domestic violence victims
Our Collaborators
Inherent in our existence as an alliance is the belief that we’re stronger and more impactful together. We disseminate our knowledge about promising practices and develop, promote, and implement model policies and programs that can be applied locally and nationally.
We can end violence and abuse. It is work that will take all of us to succeed.
Your donation helps expand our impact and support critical violence prevention and intervention programs in Chicago, as well as those in other communities nationwide.
With your help, we can create safer homes, streets, and stronger communities. Join us in our work to shape a brighter future for all, free from violence and abuse.
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