Mission

The Julian Center is a nonprofit agency providing counseling, safe shelter, and education for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other life crises. Through outreach and consultation, we also seek to educate the community about the issue of domestic violence and its impact on all our lives.

Our programs and services are designed to contribute to a significant reduction in the incidence of violence against women and their children, to support survivors in healing, and to help break the intergenerational cycle of abuse.

History

A United Way agency, The Julian Center was founded by one of the first women Episcopal priests with grants from Lilly Endowment and the Episcopal Diocese. Since 1975, women have chosen The Julian Center as a source of strength and a place of refuge in dealing with life's challenges. The Counseling Center continues to specialize in trauma therapy for women and children victims of abuse and assault. Since 1982, women have turned to The Julian Center's 24-hour Shelter to escape abusive relationships and find safety for themselves and their children.

Governance

A 14-member Board of Directors governs The Julian Center. The Executive Director is Ann M. DeLaney, Esq.

Clients Served

The Shelter provides housing for more than 1,100 women and children annually, while more than 600 women and children participate in therapy at the Counseling Center.