Our vision is to create homes, communities, and a world free from violence and oppression.

We provide education, support, and advocacy to end domestic and other forms of violence while modeling equality and power-sharing.

The Center for Nonviolence is a 501(c)(3) organization servicing Fort Wayne and NE Indiana.

If you want to recommend someone to our programs, please complete a referral form.

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  • This Community Engagement graphic icon features a simple line drawing of flowers blooming below a watering can that has a heart on it and a small hand-shovel. The line art is in the Center's classic purple color.

    Community Engagement

    Trainings and topic-driven education sessions for groups, organizations, and businesses wishing to create nonviolent & inclusive community spaces.

  • This  Prevention graphic icon features a simple line drawing of seeds being poured from a bag with a flower on it into a hole in the ground below. The line art is in the Center's classic purple color.

    Prevention

    Youth programming with the aim to stop violence before it starts by creating conditions and environments where kids feel safe, supported, and respected.

  • This Intervention graphic icon features a simple line drawing of a plant freshly rooted alongside a small hand-shovel that is resting in the plant's dirt mound. The line art is in the Center's classic purple color.

    Intervention

    Educational programming for individuals who are struggling with their use of interpersonal violence or have caused harm.

  • This Support and Advocacy graphic icon features a simple line drawing of a potted plant being held gently by an outreached hand. The line art is in the Center's classic purple color.

    Support & Advocacy

    Culturally affirming, trauma informed support groups paired with one-on-one advocacy for victims and survivors of domestic and other forms of violence.

I feel so lucky to have the tools to grow within a beautiful, healthy marriage. Regardless of the circumstances that led me to the Center for Nonviolence, I am eternally filled with gratitude for being led here.
— Women's Intervention Client