The Center for Nonviolence is inviting the community to join us the week of August 23rd as we celebrate 40 years of providing education, support, and advocacy to end domestic and other forms of violence in Fort Wayne and surrounding counties.

Founded in 1981 as “Men for Nonviolence,” the organization was formed in response to the call from women and activists in the Battered Women’s Movement for men to be fully active and engaged in the efforts to end violence against women and children. Recognizing the need to also provide comprehensive, holistic services to survivors, children, and others, Men for Nonviolence soon became the Center for Nonviolence. Today, the Center continues to offer a range of programs and services to those whose lives have been impacted by violence, including support and advocacy services for victims and survivors, intervention services for those who have used violence, and prevention services for youth through its FACES Nonviolent Leadership Program. 

On Tuesday, August 24th, the Center will be partnering with Junk Ditch to host their 40th Anniversary Community Celebration as part of the Junk Ditch Food Truck Rally on 1825 W. Main Street from 5-8pm. This family friendly, outdoor event will feature a variety of fun activities, including live music from Jazz Knot, arts and crafts, games, screen printing honoring international women’s movements, and of course lots of delicious food served up by local vendors such as Bravas, Mercadito, Affine, GK Baked Goods, Roko's Kitchen, Who Cut the Cheese, Kona Ice, many of whom will be donating a portion of their proceeds from the event to the Center for Nonviolence. As a very special treat, retiring staff member, Ana Giusti, who, through her work at the Center, has served Latinx communities in Fort Wayne for over 25 years, will be a guest speaker. Visit the JDBC Food Truck Rally in Honor of CfN Facebook Page for additional information. 

On Thursday, August 26th, the Center will be hosting its 40th Anniversary Celebration Dinner at Proximo on 898 S. Harrison Street at 6:30pm. The event will include a four-course meal (with vegetarian and vegan options), a cash bar, and a silent auction. Tickets are $100 for one reservation or $175 for two. For additional details and to RSVP, please visit the 40th Anniversary Celebration Dinner Event Page.

Donations in honor of the Center’s 40th Anniversary can be made by texting BIG40 to 44-321, or by going to https://bit.ly/CfN-BIG40.

To stay connected, follow the Center for Nonviolence on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.  For questions, please call 260-456-4112. 

Contacts for Inquiries:

Elisiana Diaz-Martin, Marketing & Development ediazmartin@centerfornv.org, 260-456-4112

Rebecca Parker, Marketing & Development rparker@centerfornv.org, 260-456-4112