Local Programs

Asian Women United of Minnesota (AWUM) provide a safe place for all women and their children dealing with domestic violence, including physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, with a special focus on providing culturally competent services to women of Asian and Pacific Islander descent. Services provided include: House of Peace Battered Women’s Shelter , Community Advocacy Program, Immigrant Services, Court Advocacy, Community Outreach, Legal Advocacy, Community Education & Outreach, Professional Presentations, Systems Change, Information & Referral Services, Crisis Intervention, Support Groups, and 24 hour multi-lingual crisis services. AWUM does not limit its services to other ethnic or cultural backgrounds. Serving women who live in Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and surrounding Twin City Metro including but not limited to: St. Louis Park, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Plymouth, Maplewood, Eagan, Blaine, Minnetonka, Edina, Woodbury, Roseville, Bloomington, Golden Valley, Greater Minnesota, Wisconsin, North and South Dakota, and Iowa.

The Cornerstone’s Day One Call Center hosts Minnesota’s 24/7 hotline and text line that provides support for victims / survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence and human trafficking. Available advocates over the phone, via text, by email or in an online chat at any time for support, to ask questions or referrals for community services. Contact the Minnesota Day One Crisis Line for options and immediate access to safe housing and other resources.

The Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery has a critical role in supporting families in the community. Providing childcare assistance, crisis lines and food assistance. If you are feeling anxious during this stressful time, please call (800) 985-5990 to connect with a crisis counselor and connect with available resources.

OutFront Minnesota has trained domestic abuse staff who can help you file for protective orders, provide supportive counseling regarding your situation, referrals to domestic violence shelters and other safe places in the community. Additional services for safety planning and short-term crisis counseling for both domestic violence victims and their concerned families or loved ones. OutFront Minnesota provides victim-related services and will provide referrals, but not direct services, for those seeking help with their own abusive behavior.

The Sojourner Project offer a 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, legal advocacy, therapy, support groups, community presentations, prevention education, community education and professional training. Sojourner provides free and confidential interpretation services as needed to victims of domestic violence.