Everyone Has The Right
- to be treated with dignity and respect
- not to be abused
- to leave an abusive relationship
- to be free of fear and abuse
- to request and expect assistance from police and other agencies
- to be free from isolation
- to express thoughts and feelings
- to privacy
- to change their situation
- to be angry over past abuse
- to develop individual talents and abilities
The Hope and Area Transition Society is a non-profit society in Hope and the surrounding area that provides programs and services to individuals and families affected by social issues.
Family violence involves the intent of a person to control an individual by means of physical, psychological, sexual, spiritual, financial, or property abuse.
The intent of abuse is to control behavior by inducing of fear. Common to all abuse is a power imbalance between the victim and the abuser. The term family violence encompasses the implications of violence for society as a whole.
Transition Houses, Safe Havens, Safe Homes and Shelters are available around the world for anyone who needs this service.
Hope & Area Transition Society is a proud member of:
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Our Vision
Hope and Area Transition Society is a beacon of empowerment, which encourages and develops the inherent value of people through excellence in leadership and service delivery.
The Hope and Area Transition Society is a non-profit society in Hope and surrounding area that provides programs and services to individuals and families affected by social issues.
Our mandate is to promote the development of a safe and healthy society through services, advocacy and education.
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