A Coordinated Community Response
As expertise in the field of domestic violence has progressed, there is growing recognition of the importance of having a coordinated community response to this problem. While domestic violence centers are a critical component in an effective response, they are only one part of a successful effort.

Almost every institution within a community should take responsibility for ending domestic violence. Research indicates that there are fewer domestic violence homicides in those communities that have organized coordinated responses.

These communities also boast more effective interventions for batterers, victims, and children. The wheel on the following page depicts elements of this coordination.