About Us Prevention can only occur when we understand the problem and commit ourselves to sharing this information with others in our community. 
 
     
 
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Child Abuse
 
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  Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence is one of ten regional coordinating committees funded by the provincial government’s Violence Prevention Initiative to assist with the coordination of violence prevention activities in the region. Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence is a non -profit, voluntary committee made up of individuals from both government and community that meet regularly to discuss issues relating to violence and seek new ways to work together in the community to prevent violence.  

 

Our Board currently consists of 11 members, with representation from the following agencies:

 

Eastern Health

Eastern School District

Department of Justice

Human Resources Labour and Employment

Youth Employment Services

Victim Services

RCMP

College of the North Atlantic

Newfoundland and Labrador Housing

Grace Sparkes House

 

     
 
 
  Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence is not about replicating or replacing services but about helping communities throughout the region identify the issues of violence and providing support wherever possible to implement strategies to address the issue. Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence is about “taking action” against violence.  
 
       
 

Vision of Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence

 
     
 

The residents of the Burin Peninsula recognize that violence affects us all and we are collectively responsible for addressing violence prevention.  Those in need of services know where they can go to get help and support.

 
       
  Mission of Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence  
       
 

The BPVAV, with our collaborative partners, will name violence and its many faces, will work to create social change and safe communities, and will support the communities of the region in working in solidarity. The BPVAV will work regionally, to strengthen communities, support individuals and families, build capacity and promote acceptance of diversity. 
Core Values

 
       
Inclusion         

We value the participation of all communities within the region.

 
Respect for Diversity  

We value and respect the diversity of the communities and individuals in our region   

 
Capacity Building  

We value growth and development for individuals and communities.

 
Community Identity  

We recognize the long history of communities in the regions and affirm community pride and identity.

 
       
  Guiding Principles of Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence  
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Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence is a regional entity and will commit to have representation from throughout the region.

Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence will promote the needs of the entire region and encourage the sharing of resources throughout the region.

Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence is committed to violence prevention and early intervention and these will direct the actions of the committee.

Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence recognizes the work of existing networks and organizations and will work in collaboration with them.

Burin Peninsula Voice Against Violence is committed to collaboration, growth, empowerment and capacity building and these will direct the actions of the BPVAV.

 
     
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RCMP Marystown

1-709-279-3001

  1-800-709-7267 (24 hr. help)
   
Grace Sprakes House Crisis Line 1-709-279-3562
  or toll free at 1-877-774-4957
administration Office 1-709-279-3560
   
Kids  Help Phone

1-800-668-6868

   
Child Youth & Family Services

1-709-891-5025

   
Victim Services

1-709-279-3216

   
Corrections and Community Services

1-709-279-3563

   
Addiction Services 1-709-891-5030
 

1-709-832-1602

   
Mental Health Services

1-709-891-5059

   
Newfoundland Labrador Housing

1-709-279-5375

   
Human Resources Labour & Employment

1-709-279-7644

   
Eastern School District (Burin Peninsula Region)

1-709-891-6100

   
Newfoundland & Labrador Sexual Assault Crisis Line 1-800-726-2743
   
Mental Health Crisis Line 1-888-737-4668
   
Family Aid Center

1-709-279-3156

   
Compassion Home Care

1-709-279-5151

   
Caregivers Help Line 1-888-571-2273
   
Office of the Child Youth Advocate 1-877-753-3888
 

or 1-709-753-3888

   
Seniors Resource Centre 1-800-563-5599
 

1-709-737-2333

   
Provincial Court

1-709-832-1450

   
Supreme Court

1-709-832-2755

   
Newfoundland Legal Aid

1-709-279-3068