Our mission is to provide education, support, & advocacy to end domestic and other forms of violence while modeling equality and power-sharing.

Scan of an old photograph of the Center's founding members. These 10 men came together in 1981 to create Men for Nonviolence.
CFN staff standing with protest signs in front of the the Allen County courthouse.
Photograph of the Center for Nonviolence building on a spring day. The Victorian-style building is surrounded by lush greenery and a sign is fixed above the front door that reads "Center for Nonviolence". 
Our work is supported by the generous contributions of foundations, government funders, and community donors who believe in the profound idea that communities can be free from violence and oppression.
We strive to employ individuals who represent the communities we serve. 
We are proud to have such a diverse and highly qualified team of staff members, interns, and volunteers.
CFN staff at the Abbett Elementary Fiesta tabling event.

 Advisory Groups

Advisory Groups (AGs) ensure our organization centers and lifts up the needs, experiences, and voices of historically and systemically under-resourced populations, so that these communities are represented across all our programs, services, operations, staff, volunteer pool, and Coordinating Panel (BoD) membership.

We currently have three active AGs:

  • The Latinx AG

    Photo of Latino family sitting in tall grass. The two parents are looking lovingly at their happy child.

  • The People of Afrikan Descent AG

    Photo of Black mother and daughter hugging with their eyes closed. The People of Afrikan Descent Advisory Group "PADAG" logo is superimposed over the image as well as the words "Educate, Empower, Awaken, and Advance".

  • The Gender & Sexualities AG

    Photo of a androgynous child that has the LGBTQ+ Pride flag draped over their shoulders like a cape. The child is smiling and looking off to the side.

If you're interested in joining or partnering with an AG, or would like further info on the work AGs are doing this year, please feel free to contact us by emailing info@centerfornv.org.