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A community without violence.

At enCourage Advocacy Center in Hastings Nebraska, we offer a variety of services to help educate, advocate and eliminate domestic violence in South Central Nebraska.

enCourage provides support, guidance and education to men, women and children to live a life free from domestic and sexual violence.

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24-Hour Hotline

Our crisis hotline provides survivors and a with support, information, and referrals.

Emergency Shelter

Our shelter strives to provide basic needs when you leave home due to violence or abuse.

Transportation

Emergency transportation to shelter and other support services is available 24 hours a day.

“He almost destroyed me. I’ve been free for 15 years. I still have many painful memories. I am still rebuilding my life, taking back what he tried to steal from me, who I was, what I was, and who I really am.”

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Learn to identify violence and become an ally.

A loved one hints to you that all is not well in their relationship. A classmate discloses that she was raped recently. A colleague receives threatening voicemails and emails while at work. What can you do to be a good support?

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We’re honored that KSNB Local4 participated in our Green Dot training today! Our Intervention Specialist Elias spent time with their team teaching bystander intervention skills - helping people recognize different forms of abuse and learn practical ways to step in and prevent power-based violence.This work is at the heart of what we do: building a community where everyone has the tools to interrupt violence before it happens.Want to learn more about Green Dot? Interested in bringing this training to your workplace or organization? Contact us at (402) 463-5810.Together, we can create safer communities across south-central Nebraska.#GreenDot #BystanderIntervention #DomesticViolencePrevention #BreakTheSilence ... See MoreSee Less
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Heather from the Nebraska Aids Project will be at enCourage Advocacy Center on Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, from 1 - 3 pm, offering FREE and CONFIDENTIAL HIV/STI Testing. Walk-ins are welcome, but you can scan the QR code or email HeatherB@nap.org to schedule an appointment as well. ... See MoreSee Less

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Our staff members and intern have decorated pumpki Our staff members and intern have decorated pumpkins for the spooky season and would love you to vote on your favorite one. Pictures of staff pumpkins are in the comments below. 
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Winner will be announced on Halloween day!
Events coming up soon! Events coming up soon!
Visit www.encouragecenter.org to see our available Visit www.encouragecenter.org to see our available programs and services, and if you need to talk, give us a call at 402-463-5810 or send us an email through our website.
enCourage Advocacy Center facilitates an on-site S enCourage Advocacy Center facilitates an on-site Support/Education Group every Tuesday from 1:30 - 3 pm. Any Survivor of Abuse is welcome to attend.
Check back tomorrow, 9/13/25, at 7 pm for the conclusion of this video.
If you have a situation you would like to talk abo If you have a situation you would like to talk about with an experienced Advocate, call 402-463-5810 during business hours Monday - Friday or call our 24/7 Hotline at 877-322-7272.
Check back tomorrow, 9/12/25, at 7 pm for Part 2 of this video.
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