Community Advocacy & Speaking Engagements

A Place of Healing – A Voice of Hope.

COMMUNITY ADVOCACY

Speaking out to raise awareness of domestic violence in our communities.

Statistics have shown 1 in 4 women will be affected by domestic violence in their lifetime. Despite this staggering and devastating reality, domestic violence is one of the most under-reported crimes. There are numerous barriers which can delay or discourage a victim from seeking necessary help. At the same time, many individuals are unfamiliar with the signs of an abusive relationship and may not know how to help a friend or loved one in need. This is why education is critical to raising awareness and facilitating better outcomes for survivors of domestic violence.

Lydia’s House welcomes community groups in the greater St. Louis area to request a speaker or other domestic violence resources for meetings, events and professional training. We do our best to accommodate these requests as our schedules allow. To request a speaker for your event, please contact our development coordinator, at development@lydiashouse.org.

Did You Know?

100% of women residing at Lydia’s House in 2020 reported increased safety, and 98% reported increased knowledge of local resources.

Lydia’s House in the Community

Lydia’s House is capable of providing speakers for a variety of community groups, as our schedules allow. Our staff is trained on several topics, including: the nature and dynamics of domestic violence, advocacy, women’s issues, faith and ministry for victims of domestic violence, and gender and violence. Speaking engagements can range from short, general informational talks to multi-day trainings for professionals, to sermons for congregations in a diverse range of faith traditions.

We welcome all types of organizations, including:

Civic Organizations
Professional & Industry Groups
Parent-Teacher Organizations
Classrooms & School Assemblies
Student Organizations
Fraternities & Sororities
Congregations
Church Groups
Athletes & Sports Teams
Legal Advocacy Groups

We welcome all types of organizations, including:

Making Connections to Life-Saving Resources

Knowledge has the power to save lives. For the general public, increased awareness of domestic violence can help provide the tools to identify a loved one in danger. It is also critically important for victims to know where to go when they need help — and how to develop a plan to ensure they can arrive safely with their children and any pets. Lydia’s House advocates, staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure women and children in need have access to online and in-person resources, including crisis hotlines in St. Louis and the surrounding counties.

Making Connections to Life-Saving Resources

Building a Life of Hope

“I really struggled when I first came to Lydia’s House, but the staff helped me learn from my mistakes instead of making me feel bad about them. My staff advocate helped me to set goals and stay focused, because I wanted a better life for my girls. Although I was finally able to move into my own apartment, I still go to support groups and meet with my advocate. Their support has truly been a blessing in my life. I finally feel safe, and I’m so glad that my girls will know how to love without pain.”