Sussex Area Domestic Violence Outreach

09/11/2026

Healthy relationships aren't about one person having more power than the other.
They're a partnership.

Equality can look like:
💛 Both people get a say in decisions.
💛 Both people's boundaries matter.
💛 Both can spend time with friends and family.
💛 Neither person controls the other's phone, clothing, money, or social life.
💛 Both can express an opinion, even when they disagree.
💛 Both people's goals and interests are supported.
💛 Neither person has to make themselves smaller to keep the other happy.

You don't have to like all the same things.
You don't have to agree all the time.
And everything doesn't have to be exactly 50/50.
Equality means one person's wants, needs, and choices don't automatically matter more than the other's.

As young people begin navigating dating relationships, let's help them recognize that respect isn't about power over someone, it's about partnership.

📞 Angela: 506-433-0608
📞 Malia: 506-435-0908
✉️ [email protected] | [email protected]

09/10/2026

Disagreements happen, even in healthy relationships.
What matters is how we handle them.

Healthy conflict can look like:
💛 Listening without interrupting.
💛 Talking about the problem without attacking the person.
💛 Being able to disagree without feeling afraid.
💛 Taking a break when emotions are high and returning to the conversation later.
💛 Taking responsibility when you've hurt someone.
💛 Working toward a solution together.
💛 Respecting a person's boundaries, even when you're upset.

What isn't healthy?
🚩 Threats or intimidation
🚩 Name-calling or humiliation
🚩 Breaking things or punching walls
🚩 Using the silent treatment as punishment or control
🚩 Threatening to break up to get your way
🚩 Making someone afraid to disagree

Conflict and control aren't the same thing.
Teaching teens how to disagree respectfully gives them another tool for recognizing what healthy relationships can look like.

📞 Angela: 506-433-0608
📞 Malia: 506-435-0908
✉️ [email protected] | [email protected]

09/09/2026

A boundary isn't a rejection.

It's a way of communicating what you are, and aren't, comfortable with.

Healthy boundaries can sound like:
💬 “I need some time to myself tonight.”
💬 “I don't want to share my password.”
💬 “Please don't post that photo of me.”
💬 “I'm spending time with my friends today.”
💬 “I'm not comfortable with that.”
💬 “I don't want to talk about this right now.”

You don't have to agree with someone's boundary to respect it.
In healthy relationships, both people should be able to express their needs, maintain friendships and interests, have privacy, and say no without being punished, guilted, threatened, or pressured.

One of the best things we can teach young people?
Someone who cares about you should also care about your boundaries.
📞 Angela: 506-433-0608
📞 Malia: 506-435-0908
✉️ [email protected] | [email protected]

09/08/2026

Outreach will be offering a session of Caring Dads this fall. If you are a professional who works with men, who have engaged in abuse towards their partner and/or children, and would like to refer someone please reach out to the address on the flyer.

09/08/2026

Maybe you’ve noticed your teen pulling away from friends.
Maybe their partner is constantly texting or checking their location.
Maybe they seem anxious about making their partner upset.
Or maybe you simply have a feeling that something isn’t right.
It can be hard to know what to do when you’re concerned about your teen’s relationship.

Start with connection, not confrontation.
Instead of:
❌ “You’re not seeing them anymore.”

Try:
💬 “I’ve noticed you seem stressed lately. How are things going?”
💬 “How do you feel when you’re with them?”
💬 “Do you feel like you can say no or disagree with them?”
💬 “I’m here if you ever want to talk. You won’t be in trouble.”

Creating a safe place for conversation can make it easier for a young person to come to you when they need help.

And parents and caregivers can reach out to DVO too. If you’re concerned about a young person in your life and aren’t sure how to support them, Angela and Malia are here.

📞 Angela: 506-433-0608
📞 Malia: 506-435-0908
✉️ [email protected] | [email protected]

09/07/2026

Happy Labour Day from Domestic Violence Outreach!

Today we recognize the people whose work helps make our communities stronger, safer, and more connected.

Our DVO office is closed today for Labour Day, and Angela and Malia will return to regular services Tuesday, September 8th.

If you need immediate support while our office is closed, Sussex Vale Transition House remains available 24/7 at 506-432-6999.

We hope everyone in our community has a safe and restful Labour Day.
📞 Angela: 506-433-0608
📞 Malia: 506-435-0908
✉️ [email protected] | [email protected]

09/05/2026

09/04/2026

When someone you care about tells you they're experiencing abuse, your first instinct might be:
“You need to leave.”

It comes from a place of wanting them to be safe, but supporting someone experiencing domestic violence isn't about making decisions for them.

It's about helping them feel supported while they make their own.
💛 Listen without immediately trying to solve the situation.
💛 Believe them and take what they're telling you seriously.
💛 Avoid judgment, even if they stay or return to the relationship.
💛 Ask what they need instead of assuming.
💛 Respect their choices and remember they understand their situation better than anyone else.
💛 Keep the door open so they know they can come back to you.

Try:
“I'm here for you. What would feel helpful right now?”
instead of:
“Here's what you need to do.”

You don't need to have all the answers to be a safe and supportive person.
And if you're unsure how to help someone you care about, you can contact DVO too.
📞 Angela: 506-433-0608
📞 Malia: 506-435-0908
✉️ [email protected] | [email protected]

09/03/2026

Shelter Movers is an important resource that has been used by many of our ladies to help them start over. They are in need of volunteers in the Sussex area. If you would like to volunteer your time with this amazing organization please reach out to them directly.

We are looking for compassionate, community-minded drivers and movers to join our team across New Brunswick (Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John, and Miramichi).

Your time and care can help local families move to safety and take a powerful step toward breaking the cycle of gender-based violence. Whether you are driving or assisting with the move, you can be the bridge to a fresh start.

How you can help:
📍 Service areas: Moncton, Fredericton, Saint John, and Miramichi
🚛 Roles: Drivers and Movers
🤝 The Impact: Direct support for survivors in your community

Ready to make a difference? Check out our website to sign up today! ✨

09/03/2026

You do not have to decide to leave a relationship before you can ask for support.
Maybe you're unsure about what you're experiencing.
Maybe you know something isn't right, but you're not ready to make a change.
Maybe leaving isn't safe or possible right now.
Maybe you still love your partner.
Maybe you're simply trying to understand your options.
You can still reach out.

Domestic Violence Outreach isn't here to tell you what decision to make. Support can mean listening, answering questions, helping you safety plan, connecting you with resources, or simply being there while you figure out what you want.
Your choices matter. Your timeline matters.

You don't have to be ready to leave to be ready for support.
📞 Angela: 506-433-0608
📞 Malia: 506-435-0908
✉️ [email protected] | [email protected]