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Morris County Recognizes JBWS for Nearly 50 Years of Service to Survivors

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The Morris County Board of County Commissioners declared October 2025 as “Domestic Violence Awareness Month” during a public meeting in Morristown. They presented a framed proclamation to JBWS President and CEO Diane Williams, who reported that her organization's Crisis Response Team conducted 1,145 interventions in 2024. Additionally, the Morris Family Justice Center provided legal advocacy to 1,332 individuals, while 189 adults and children received shelter at Arbour House. Williams emphasized the detrimental silence surrounding domestic violence, advocating for awareness as a vital step toward healing. Established in 1976, JBWS offers a range of services, including counseling, housing assistance, and school-based prevention programs.

The Morris Family Justice Center, founded in 2016, is among only two such centers in New Jersey and is recognized as a best practice by the U. S. Department of Justice. JBWS will mark its 50th anniversary in 2026, reflecting its commitment to supporting survivors. Community members needing assistance can contact JBWS or the National Domestic Violence Hotline for support.

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