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Room in the Crisis Center Devastated by Fire

The Womens Coalition needs your help and support to rebuild and recover from the devastating fire at our crisis center/headquarters.

Thank You, St. Croix, for Joining Us To "Take Back The Night!"

Over 200 of you joined us to walk with your family and friends in support and in silence, bearing lights and wearing purple or t-shirts adorned with images and messages of love in honor of your lost loved ones. Thank you for gathering for our annual silent march and for showing your support for an end violence on our islands at our rally honoring victims who lost their lives to domestic violence over 30 years in the territory. Special thank you to our volunteer victim advocates, who continue to offer support to victims when they need it most, 24/7/365.

PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR SPECIAL ANNUAL MEETING - THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH!

Learn more about WCSC's work in the community and help us plan for the future. Come to our annual meeting tomorrow evening at Juan Luis Hospital's V.I. Cardiac Center at 5:30 p.m. Find out more about our mission, how you can become a member of the Women's Coalition and vote for new board members. Refreshments will be served.

We Have Moved to 45 Fisher Street!

WCSC's counseling and administrative staff have moved to our new building at 45 Fisher Street, effective Monday, December 12th. Our telephone number remains the same 773-9272.

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Stop Domestic Violence The Women's Coalition of St. Croix
P.O. Box 222734
Christiansted, VI 00822-2734

Telephone: (340)773-9272
Facsimile: (340)773-9062

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Prevention Tips

Prevention Tips for Women

  • Say no as if you mean no; if you don’t mean no then don’t say it.
  • Be clear, honest and consistent in your verbal communications about sexual desires.
  • Trust your instincts. If you have any hesitations about a man, think carefully about dating him. Pay attention to situations that make you uncomfortable and think of ways to decrease potential problems.
  • Be aware that nonverbal behaviors or actions may be interpreted differently than you intended. That DOES NOT mean it is your fault if you are assaulted.
  • Avoid excessive use of alcohol and/or other drugs

Prevention Tips for Men

  • Understand that forced sex is NEVER acceptable; it is against the law.
  • Accept “no” as “no.” Don’t read other meanings into that word.
  • Know the difference between desire and action. Being sexually aroused does not give you permission to force sex on another.
  • Be responsible for your own sexual limits and actions; they are your responsibility.
  • Realize that dating for a long time, spending money or previous sexual intercourse does not obligate a woman to have sex.
  • Avoid excessive use of alcohol and/or other drugs.
  • Don’t make assumptions. Just because your date welcomes some sexual contact doesn’t mean she wants other types of sexual contact.