CCADV Press Releases

Today's arrest of the husband of a woman murdered in Guilford this past July marks Connecticut's 7th intimate partner homicide this year. Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) and its 18 member organizations urge anyone who is concerned about their own safety or that of a loved one to reach out to Safe Connect, Connecticut's domestic violence resource center.

Each year, advocates, survivors, and supporters recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It serves as an important opportunity to have a coordinated community conversation about domestic violence and raise awareness about the availability of confidential, safe and free services to those in need. Here in Connecticut, a new law will also go into effect, providing victims and survivors with increased options to be safer.

Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) and its board of directors are pleased to announce the selection of Meghan Scanlon as the organization’s next President & CEO. Scanlon brings with her a wealth of both government and nonprofit experience, coupled with a passion for ensuring that survivors of domestic violence have access to high quality services and supports that allow them to thrive.

Glastonbury, CT – The discovery of Jessica Edwards’ body and arrest of her husband mark the third intimate partner homicide in Connecticut this month and fourth this year. This tragedy has occurred as we mark the second anniversary of the disappearance of Jennifer Dulos.

Today, Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence (CCADV) applauded the Connecticut Senate for passage of a bill (Senate Bill 1091) that includes key protections for survivors of domestic violence and called on the Connecticut House of Representatives to follow with swift passage.