Provides help to individuals in crisis, providing community education and working to change public perception and response to domestic violence Advocates provide: - Assistance with Orders for Protection (Temporary Restraining Orders- TRO) - Emergency housing, if safety is an issue - Emergency transportation (only in cases where law enforcement is involved) - Individual advocacy - Information and referral to needed services - Internship and volunteer opportunities - Legal system assistance - Public education - Support at court proceedings - Support Groups - Support in working with law enforcement - Youth advocates