WAAV typically meets the third Wednesday of each month at The Lakeside Inn in Wakefield at 5:30pm. We are always looking for volunteers and new members. We hope you can join us! To join our meeting virtually, please click the Zoom link below. Email us at [email protected] to receive our newsletter.
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Meet Board Member Carole Giordano.![]()
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In 2017 my husband Donald and I were warmly received as new members of the volunteer organization WAAV.![]()
Being new to the Wakefield community, we were excited to do our part in actively advocating to spread awareness, education, and prevention of domestic violence, a topic which I strongly believe needs to be addressed especially among both male and female middle and high school students, parents and school educators.![]()
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I worked for many years in the court system in the capacity of administrative clerk assisting victims petitioning the court to procure restraining orders against their abusers as well as providing court appointed advocates.
The WAAV Warriors had fun bowling last night! Thank you Wakefield Chamber of Commerce for hosting!!!
April Happenings!![]()
Can you believe it's already May?! We hope you're enjoying the beautiful weather and the fresh energy of spring!![]()
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April was an exciting month for WAAV, and we’re thrilled to share some great news. We were awarded a $25,000 Domestic Violence Service Provider Grant from Secretary of State William F. Galvin. This generous support will allow us to continue our mission of raising awareness and supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Thanks to this funding, we will be able to:![]()
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Provide emergency shelter, phones, childcare, rent assistance, and other essential resources to individuals impacted by domestic and sexual violence.![]()
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Offer professional development trainings on violence prevention, healthy relationships, and human trafficking for educators and community members in Wakefield.![]()
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Continue our partnership with Attorney Nicholas Arsenault, who offers free legal consultations to survivors twice a month.![]()
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Grow our UNITE peer advocacy program at Wakefield Memorial High School and launch a new WAAV Junior Program at Galvin Middle School, led by peer leaders from WMHS.![]()
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Strengthen our organizational capacity by covering some of our administrative needs.![]()
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We are deeply grateful to Secretary Galvin for supporting this vital work, and we look forward to using these funds to further our outreach and education around the importance of healthy relationships.![]()
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We are also pleased to announce that District Attorney Marian Ryan will be offering her Cut It Out Program to local salon professionals on June 2nd at 11:00 am at the Lakeside Inn. Cut It Out Middlesex works to create awareness around the issue of domestic violence for salon professionals. Salon professionals are in a unique position to observe physical injuries on their clients’ heads, faces, arms and hands. Since many salon professionals build long-standing relationships with their clients, it is not unusual for them to serve as confidants, enabling salon professionals to identify warning signs common in abusive relationships. Participants learn how to spot signs of domestic violence and how to safely refer clients to local community service providers. Please spread the word to anyone you know in the beauty industry! All are welcome and encouraged to attend! This is a free event but we are asking participants to register by emailing [email protected].![]()
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On April 9th, WAAV hosted an informational table at the Lynnfield Health Fair, held at Lynnfield High School. Students stopped by to learn more about our organization and the local resources available for victims of domestic violence. We extend a heartfelt thank you to Jean Yentile and the events committee for their continued dedication to representing WAAV at community events and helping to share our mission.![]()
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As you may know, WAAV has distributed wallet-sized resource cards at various locations around town. These discreet, easy-to-carry cards are designed to provide important information and support to those who may need it. We’re currently looking for volunteers to help us deliver more of these cards to local businesses and community spaces. If you're willing to take a stack of palm cards and drop them off at establishments you regularly visit, we’d love your help! To volunteer, please email Amy at [email protected]. Thank you for helping us spread awareness and support throughout our community!![]()
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Our Support Group for family members of DV and Sexual Assault is being held in 6 week sessions. Each session will have a different topic and potential guest speaker. If anyone knows anyone who would like to join, please reach out to [email protected] for the Zoom link. ![]()
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Attorney Nick Arsenault continued to offer legal consultation for WAAV throughout the month of January. Attorney Arsenault took 3 phone calls this month. Attorney Arsenault will continue to be available for consultation. Interested parties should call 781-757-4321 or email [email protected] to schedule a consultation.![]()
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Be sure to follow WAAV on Facebook (Wakefield Alliance Against Violence) to stay up to date on all of our news and events!![]()
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Please feel free to reach out to WAAV at [email protected] for more information about our organization.![]()
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We look forward to seeing you all at our May meeting on Wednesday, May 21st at 5:30pm at the Lakeside Inn!
Cut it Out with District Attorney![]()
Marian Ryan![]()
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A Special Training for Salon![]()
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You build trust. You listen. You see things others might not. This FREE training empowers beauty industry professionals to become a part of the solution. Please join us June 2, 2025 at 11:00am at The Lakeside Inn, 595 North Ave, Wakefield, MA![]()
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Learn to: Spot the signs of domestic violence![]()
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This is a FREE event but please reserve your spot by emailing WAAV at [email protected]
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Free Reiki Clinic at Holistic Life Community![]()
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607 North Ave, Door 18, Wakefield![]()
Friday, May 9, 11-1 pm![]()
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A Reiki Clinic is a lovely way to relax and reset, an essential ingredient for supporting health and wellbeing. If you are familiar with Reiki treatments, you know how wonderful it feels; if you haven't ever tried it, this clinic is an excellent opportunity to experience Reiki.![]()
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**WAAV members enjoy a FREE 20 minute Reiki session using code REIKICLINIC when registering** Proceeds from non-WAAV members and clients will be donated to WAAV!![]()
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Resources
WAAV encourages and supports education about problems of violence, and works with interested community agencies and institutions in and around Wakefield, Massachusetts, to provide links to resources that offer direct service and interventions to both victims and perpetrators of violent behavior.
Events & Current Projects
The White Ribbon Campaign is a global movement of men and boys working to end violence against women and all gender based violence. We can’t wait to share!
Members & Supporters
WAAV is governed by a Board of Directors, and operates as a private, tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization. As a private charity, registered in Massachusetts, financial contributions to WAAV are deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Addressing the Problem of Violence in Our Community
Wakefield Alliance Against Violence, or WAAV, is a Community Based Volunteer organization, dedicated to creating a lifestyle free from violence in Wakefield by reaching out to the community, raising awareness, providing education resources, and support to families and individuals, with an emphasis on prevention.
Featured Board Member
Julie Macarthur
Julie is very honored to be a part of the Wakefield Alliance Against Violence and has also become very involved in different aspects of the town of Wakfield. “When I discovered WAAV’s purpose and mission it resonated with me and I decided I wanted to be a part of it.” In today’s world domestic violence is running so rampant that WAAV’s scope of work is essential to the safety of families and individuals everywhere. Julie supports the preventative approach to domestic violence that WAAV takes and see’s the importance of spreading the message as far and wide as possible.
When Julie has free time she enjoys spending time with her family and her grandson Tommy. Julie also does volunteer work with the Peabody Police Department’s K9 unit. Over the past few years Peabody’s K9 unit has suffered the loss of their beloved dog. Julie’s fundraisers and T shirt sales helped substantially. This kind of work takes dedication and drive but most importantly pride in the things she believes in, with WAAV being at the top of that list!
Youth Violence
WAAV helps schools, parents, and the community understand and respond to violence among youth such as bullying, cyber bullying, and teen dating violence.
Domestic Violence
WAAV provides definitions and descriptions of domestic violence occurring between family members, spouses, and dating partners including physical, sexual, and emotional violence, as well as controlling and abusive behaviors.
Mission and Goals
The Wakefield Alliance Against Violence (WAAV) is dedicated to raising community awareness about domestic violence and teen dating violence. Its mission includes promoting educational programs and initiatives that aim to reduce violence while encouraging the development of healthy relationships. Through community outreach and preventive measures, WAAV seeks to foster a safer environment and provide support to those affected by violence.
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