Legal Clinic
The Coalition’s Legal Clinic works with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking. The Clinic is staffed by a skilled team of attorneys and bilingual advocates who are committed to helping every client regardless of their background, national origin, race, sexual orientation, gender, and language. Individuals may contact the Coalition at (615) 386-9406 or 800-289-9018 to see if they qualify for a consultation with the clinic.
The Center for Trauma, Healing, and Substance Abuse Prevention
The Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence (TCEDSV) is proud to launch The Center for Trauma, Healing, and Substance Abuse Prevention, a statewide initiative addressing the critical intersection of opioid use and domestic/sexual violence (DV/SA). Many individuals struggling with opioid abuse have experienced DV/SA, increasing their vulnerability to substance use disorders. Additionally, abusers may use opioids as a means of coercion and control, deepening cycles of harm.
Funded by the Opioid Abatement Council, this initiative focuses on primary prevention and includes the development of educational materials, specialized training, and technical support for victim service and recovery professionals. A statewide committee will also bring together community members to collaboratively address these issues. Direct support for survivors will be available through statewide telehealth counseling and support groups tailored to DV/SA survivors facing opioid and substance abuse challenges.
By addressing these interconnected challenges through trauma-informed, survivor-centered support, the Center for Trauma, Healing, and Substance Abuse Prevention seeks to break cycles of opioid abuse and promote healing.
Training & Education
The Coalition offers a variety of training opportunities, including a statewide Annual Conference, Webinar Wednesdays, the Senator Tommy Burks Victim Assistance Academy, Community Relations Committee Lunch & Learns, Batterer’s Intervention Program trainings, virtual on-demand courses, and financial and legal advocacy trainings. Additionally, the Coalition hosts Peer Support Group meetings and Technical Assistance (TA) meetings specifically designed for our member programs.
We also provide in-person training and technical assistance tailored to the unique needs of our member programs, available upon request. Non-members may also request in-person training for a small fee.
Technical Assistance
The Coalition provides direct assistance to build the capacity of victim service providers, law enforcement, criminal justice and other allied organizations to respond effectively to sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and human trafficking.
Education & Networking
The Tennessee Coalition to End Domestic & Sexual Violence (TCEDSV) provides peer support groups to foster support, resource sharing, and collaboration among its member programs. These groups are tailored to specific roles within domestic and sexual violence organizations and aim to enhance connection, knowledge-sharing, and professional growth.
*Find registration details for affinity group meetings at tncoalition.coalitionmanager.org.
Public Policy Advocacy
The Coalition advocates for policies that increase victim safety, strengthen victim services, and prevent domestic and sexual violence.
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For a list of current legislative priorities click here.
Information & Support
The Coalition provides ongoing support and up-to-date resources, including scholarly research, information and guidance on changing state and federal laws, and best practices, to member agencies and allied professionals.
The Coalition provides survivors with referrals to connect them with local programs and community resources to meet their needs for support, safety, housing, legal services, and more. The Coalition also operates an Emergency Financial Assistance Fund which provides eligible survivors with financial support in their journey to safety.
Reach us 8am-5pm Monday through Thursday at our phone number: 615-386-9406
24-hour State-Wide Domestic Violence Hotline- 1-800-356-6767
This project is funded under an agreement with the State of Tennessee, Finance and Administration, Office of Criminal Justice Programs. The opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations contained within this website are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the State of Tennessee.