Journey to Justice

Registration Open Through Noon on August 28!

There is still time to register for this wonderful event!!! Don’t miss this opportunity to hear what these 2 dynamic speakers, Kit Gruelle and Mark Wynn, both nationally recognized advocates for victims of domestic violence, will be sharing with us in our Journey to Justice!! Kit is a survivor of domestic violence and has worked in the field as an advocate for nearly 30 years, training scores of advocates, law enforcement, prosecutors, judges, health care providers, clergy and others on the effects domestic violence has on each and every one of us in our world today. Mark is a retired Lt. of Nashville Metropolitan Police Department and travels the country on a mission to change society’s response to crimes against adult and child victims of domestic violence. He is a national expert on child abuse, domestic violence and sexual assault and has received 121 commendations and 51 awards and certificates. Mark relates exceptionally well with members of the criminal justice system – from law enforcement personnel to prosecutors and public defenders to judges and advocates.

Be sure not to miss this opportunity and plan to attend this very worthwhile and much needed event in our community. Sign up today – the event is free, but registration is required. Help us fill the room to hear these extraordinary trainers as they share their stories and hope in our Journey to Justice!!!!

Teri Ducy, Director

Dove Domestic Violence Program

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