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Survivor shares how Voices Against Violence helped her heal; 'In Their Shoes' event to raise awareness

After surviving a turbulent relationship, Khayli is finding peace – and herself – at Voices Against Violence’s newest domestic violence shelter. Through workshops and communal living, Khayli is receiving the support she needs to grow and heal from both a substance use addiction and an abusive boyfriend. Community members can walk in the shoes of Khayli and others experiencing hardships Saturday, May 24 during “In Their Shoes,” a fundraiser for CVOEO programs.

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2025 Fair Housing Month – Rolling the Credits

Explore highlights from CVOEO’s 2025 Fair Housing Month: keynote with Cashauna Hill, Statehouse testimony, youth advocacy, statewide webinars, and community art. Learn how Vermont continues the fight for housing justice.

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Upcoming workshop in St. Albans to teach fundamentals of renting

Learn about your rights and responsibilities as a renter at an upcoming workshop series from CVOEO. ? ?Starting May 6, each workshop has a different focus and will be located at Franklin Grand Isle Community Action at 5 Lemnah Drive, St. Albans. Walk-ins are welcome.

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Personal finance made easy: A look at CVOEO’s free tools, classes, coaching

Money can sometimes be a taboo conversation topic, but a local organization wants to advance Vermonters’ financial education. Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity’s head financial coach, Ilir Hasa, manages the organization’s “Growing Money” program, which offers personal finance classes free of charge.

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27+ Years as a Voice Against Violence

Since its founding in 1980, Voices Against Violence has purchased a shelter, expanded its work with children, and deepened ties within the community. Unfortunately, domestic and sexual violence persist in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties.