Study finds SAFE’s Expect Respect program reduces youth violence
June 15, 2017
SAFE is excited to share the findings of a 5-year, controlled effectiveness study of Expect Respect support groups.
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June 15, 2017
SAFEline: Let’s chat
June 10, 2017
Sometimes a phone call is too dangerous. Sometimes it’s just easier to talk with text. SAFEline chat is here. Let’s chat.
Read MoreWorking together to ensure success for young people
May 24, 2017
A few months ago, a SAFE emergency shelter case manager told Foster & Adopt we needed to find a placement for a teen whose stay was already extended twice.
Read MoreA deeper look at Texas’ rape kit backlog
May 19, 2017
KVUE reporter Cori Coffin contacted me on April 4 to talk about Texas’ rape kit backlog. On May 2, we saw the full scope of her work.
Read MoreCelebrating families for National Foster Care Month
May 18, 2017
In celebrating National Foster Care Month, SAFE is grateful for the families that have opened their minds, hearts, and homes to children who need support.
Read MoreA survivor’s expression
May 18, 2017
Anel is a survivor of emotional & physical trauma. With SAFE’s Emergency Cottage & Transitional Living Program, she is healing. This poem is her expression.
Read MoreTogether under the tent for SAFE volunteer celebration
April 29, 2017
Each year, SAFE bestows the Frankie Fowler Volunteer of the Year Award and honors nominees. This year was no exception for truly remarkable volunteers!
Read MoreYou can help stop generations of abuse
April 25, 2017
The trauma and violence survivors face every day is often the result of generations of abuse. You can help survivors stop the cycle
Read MoreSAFE named 2nd best large nonprofit in U.S. to work
April 7, 2017
Whether at our Austin Children’s Shelter Campus or SafePlace Campus, Planet SAFE or at SAFE HQ, SAFE is an amazing place to work.
Read MoreLegislators must support our most vulnerable children
April 6, 2017
It often takes the worst possible event to make change happen and I hope our state legislators, who are currently debating funding for the child welfare system, are recognizing and learning the most important lessons from this tragedy.
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