Recognize, Respond, Refer- For Faith Communities

Faith, spirituality, and faith-based communities can often be an integral piece of the supportive puzzle for our survivors; however, they can also keep survivors further isolated in the shadows. Faith leaders and community members can be a vital part of a survivor’s healing journey.

This training will help build awareness and train your faith leaders and community members to recognize warning signs of those in abusive relationships, provide awareness education on the scope of the issue, and guide participants how to safely refer clients, colleagues, friends, and family to local resources in a trauma-informed and survivor centered-way.

If you have any questions or would like to request any of our materials, contact our Training and Education Advocate Panayiota Papadopoulos at PanayiotaP@turningpointlv.org or (610) 797-0530, ext. 311 or our Training and Education team, at Training@turningpointlv.org.

If you or someone you know needs help with a domestic or intimate partner abuse situation in Lehigh or Northampton Counties, please reach out to our 24/7 helpline at: 610-437-3369 /

Toll-free: 877-438-4957 / TTY: 610-419-4594. www.turningpointlv.org.