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VIP Principals of Intervention
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Violence is a criminal act; the abuser is always responsible
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Support the victim without blaming
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Focus on the abuser’s behavior
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Work with the victim and respect her decisions
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Recognize the abuser’s power over the victim
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Recognize that trying to fix the relationship can be dangerous; the goal is to stop the violence
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Identify and use community support systems and resources
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Refer victims to specialized community services for help
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Create a safety plan with the victim
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These principles guide our coordinated community response. They are based on the principles originally created by the Battered Women's Justice Project, with input from Family Crisis Services Outreach staff.