Our Mission
PAVSA is dedicated to the elimination of sexual violence in Southern St. Louis County.
In support of our Mission , PAVSA is committed to these Core Values:
Free and accessible victim services
Victim-centered and driven services
Non-judgmental and confidential services
Prevention education
Changing attitudes about sexual violence
Advocacy for social change
Programs for all ages and communities
PAVSA is guided by the following Principles:
Non-violence
Empowerment
Respect for diversity
Personal choice
Quality of life
Feminist theory