Since 1977, DAIS has worked passionately and effectively to ensure the safety and well-being of domestic violence survivors and their families, and to change societal attitudes that perpetuate violence and the abuse of power.

5th Annual Celebrate Independence! Luncheon

We are thrilled with the overwhelming support for the Celebrate Independence! Luncheon.  At this time, we are sold out but we anticipate that more seats will open up.

If you would like to be on the waitlist, please contact Liz at 338-0077.  

Summer 2012 New Advocate Training

Summer 2012 New Advocate Training Dates (all required):

Saturday, June 2nd: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Monday, June 4th: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Wednesday, June 6th: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Saturday, June 9th: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday, June 10th: 5:00 – 7:30 pm

Additional program-specific training is also required; contact the Outreach & Volunteer Coordinator at mollyz@abuseintervention.org or (608) 251-1237 ext. 306 for more information.

Application deadline is Friday, May 18th.

Upcoming Events

Stay tuned for more events coming up.

Please visit our Events Page for more information on all  upcoming events, including how DAIS will be marking its 35th Anniversary in your community.

The Jewelers Workshop and DAIS–Signature Charm

Charm Necklace

Show your support in style! DAIS has partnered with The Jewelers Workshop  to create a signature charm. The charm has an amethyst stone and embodies empowerment and transformation. Charms are available for $80 and half of the proceeds will benefit DAIS! A limited number of charms are available directly through DAIS or stop into The Jewelers Workshop to place your order.

DAIS in the Media

DAIS was recently in the media.  Check out this story, and for more information and other news items,  please visit the DAIS in the Media page.

Cambridge News, 4/23/2012, DAIS helping those facing domestic abuse.

Sun Prairie Star, 4/19/2012, State of Terror: The Unmasked Horror of Domestic Violence.

WOLX 94.9, 4/1/2012 , “The Weekend Perspective”: DAIS Director of Development Emily Barnes and Two Men and a Truck owner Tim Lightner discuss domestic violence in our community and the Movers for Moms program.

DV Materials Available

Educate yourself and others about domestic abuse.

DAIS has many helpful print materials that can be used:
- By family and friends of victims
- By teachers as part of a lesson
- As informational material in offices
- For general knowledge and education about domestic violence

You can order print materials one of two ways:

  1. Fill out the Print Materials Request Form online.
  2. Download the Print Materials Request Form and return it either via email, fax or mail.

For more information, contact .

Ancora Cell Phone Collection

Have an old cell phone? Want to dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way and support DAIS at the same time? Ancora’s can help.

DAIS continues to collect used cell phones which are recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound way. DAIS partners with Shelter Alliance and receives a return on every phone turned in. Last year over $6,000 was earned through the cell phone drive. Drop off your unused phone at the Ancora locations on King Street or University Avenue.