What Is Your Voice – Voices Against Domestic Violence

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01FOOD INSECURITY ENDS HERE

What is Your Voice provides a long term solution for food security through our food pantry, Matthew’s Place & Josephine’s Corner.

02PARTNERING WITH THE COMMUNITY

It is through the generous assistance from members in our community, as well as support from our corporate partners, that WIYV is able to continue our mission of providing foods and dry pantry goods to our clients in Sussex County.

03NEED ASSISTANCE?

Click here to enroll in our food and pantry assistance programs.

A NEW BEGINNING STARTS HERE

Your Voice. Empowered.

The journey forward begins with you.

OUR SERVICES

Increase in Text Messages Over 2019

27%

Increase of Donations Over 2020

50%

Increase of Food Donations Over 2020

65%

HOURS SPENT ADVOCATING ANNUALLY

PROVISIONS FOR CHILDREN ANNUALLY

HOUSEHOLDS SERVED

HELPLINE MESSAGES RECIEVED

COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequent Questions

You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers! Find out everything you need to know right here.

Question not answered? Feel free to contact us!

Do we provide shelter for the homeless?

No. If you or someone you know is interested in enrolling in a program at WIYV, call or text our helpline and we will conduct a phone interview. Each interview is completed by a trained peer-to-peer advocate.

What is a peer-to-peer advocate?

The peer-to-peer model creates a culture and environment of immediate support by allowing those impacted by Domestic Violence to speak to a fellow peer who has also known the impact of Domestic Violence. This model creates a bridge over the shame and stigma of Domestic Violence and encourages understanding and compassion.

What counties do you serve?

We serve Sussex County. However, contact us for referrals or additional resources for your location.

Do you allow pets in transitional housing?

No. Pets are not allowed in transitional housing at this time. WIYV does allow licensed service animals on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with an advocate for more information.

How do I volunteer?

We're so happy you're interested in joining our mission! Please fill out the volunteer contact form on the site and an Advocate will get back to you!

Deyadira Carrillo

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Counselor

Deyadira Carrillo BA, CADC serves as a Substance Abuse and Mental Health counselor at…

Sharika Irving

Case Manager

With a dedicated focus on serving vulnerable populations, Sharika has spent the last 7…

Lorraine J. Carr, Psyd.D.

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Carr is a clinical psychologist licensed in DE, NJ, and NY. Before coming…

Dawn Hilt

Drug and Alcohol Program Coordinator, Trauma and Mental Health Counselor

Dawn Hilt is a licensed Bachelor of Social Work (LBSW) and Certificated Alcohol and Drug Counselor…

Heather Landis

Administrative Assistant and Event Coordinator

Heather Landis serves as the Administrative Assistant to Jacquline Sterbach at What is Your…

Christina Stegman

Director of Grants & Sponsored Projects

Chrissy is the Director of Grants at What is Your Voice, Inc. She comes…

Candace Woods

Vice President - Marketing & Communications

Candace has been working for the organization since the start of it all in…

Bandit Sterbach

Therapy Cat in Residence

After a brief stay at a local humane society during his youth, Bandit graduated…

OUR HEROES

Meet Our Team

Meet the heroes behind your journey. Everyday people from all walks of life form the backbone of our team. Let’s get connected!

CLIENT JOURNEYS

See How Clients Found Their Voice

This place is and has been a blessing. I have grown so much in so many ways. I am so proud of the growth I have made today. I am a beautiful person inside and out. I am sober, I’m a mother, a friend, and a whole being again. Thank you What is Your Voice!

- Abby

Staying at the Pearl Safe House helped me and enabled me to get back on track… I worked to get my diploma and my truck! I worked so hard for my kids; to have more mommy time together.” “I wouldn’t have made it this far, not with my addiction history, and I’ve worked through my addiction and I’m in recovery. My kids see a big change in mommy. I thank you for everything, I am a whole new person.

- Lindsey

Being at The Pearl Safe House has been something like a new birth. One of the most important things I was taught while at The Pearl was about safe boundaries and healthy relationships.

- Dolly

The Pearl Program is an umbrella of protection, a positive road to travel to find yourself, a safe place to grow, to be empowered and to empower.

- Amanda

This experience gave me independence, confidence, and self-awareness. I’ve learned I cannot live in the past.

- Jackie

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01FOOD INSECURITY ENDS HERE

02PARTNERING WITH THE COMMUNITY

03NEED ASSISTANCE?

A NEW BEGINNING STARTS HERE

Your Voice. Empowered.

OUR SERVICES

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One Moment Can Change Everything

COMMON QUESTIONS

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Deyadira Carrillo

Sharika Irving

Lorraine J. Carr, Psyd.D.

Dawn Hilt

Heather Landis

Christina Stegman

Candace Woods

Bandit Sterbach

OUR HEROES

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CLIENT JOURNEYS

See How Clients Found Their Voice

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