Commission of Prevention of Violence Against Women (CPVAW)

Mission

To collaborate with local stakeholder partners and law enforcement to ensure best practices to respond to and prosecute violent crimes against women.

Vision

To end sexual assault, sexual harassment, and domestic violence in the City of Santa Cruz through prevention, programs, and public policy.

About

The Commission of Prevention of Violence Against Women was established on September 8, 1981, through the adoption of Ordinance No. 81-29 by the City Council of Santa Cruz. Its creation was a response to the high rates of domestic violence and sexual assault in the city and the need for a community-led effort to address these issues.

Contact

Phone: 831-420-5363

Email: cpvaw@santacruzca.gov

CPVAW Membership

The Commission consists of seven members who are appointed by the City Council.

Courtney Barrett
Ilene Feinman
Laura Knobel
Danielle Long
Andrea Ludwick
Karen Madura
Anissa Novak

CPVAW AGENDA, MEETINGS & MINUTES

Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of February, March, May, August, September, and November at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 809 Center Street, Santa Cruz, CA.

Watch Here: CPVAW Meetings

Accessibility of all online Advisory Body agenda packets, minutes and audio files is available from any Advisory Body webpage to enable easier public access to posted meeting information. Should you have questions please contact City Clerk Administrator Bonnie Bush at bbush@cityofsantacruz.com or (831) 420-5035.

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