Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence


Communications Project

The strategic use of communications is integral to raising public awareness about domestic violence. We strive to end domestic violence by building a social intolerance for abuse. The Communications Project develops resources for the media to improve the accuracy of domestic violence coverage. 

Covering Domestic Violence 

Our resources for reporters include our most current statistics and tips for covering domestic violence crimes. Share this valuable information with your local media outlets.

Press Releases

Refuse To Abuse®

RTA logoThe Seattle Mariners partner with WSCADV in our Refuse To Abuse® ad campaign to prevent domestic violence. Each year popular Mariners players and managers serve as spokesmen for the campaign. 

The Seattle Mariners were the first team in the nation to engage professional male baseball players in speaking out about domestic violence.

Watch the King 5 New Day NW story on Refuse To Abuse®

2013 Refuse To Abuse® Ads

Join us for the Refuse To Abuse® 5K at Safeco Field!  For more info visit RefuseToAbuse5k.org.

Watch both the King 5 and Major League Baseball (MLB) coverage of the 2012 Refuse To Abuse® 5K at Safeco Field