Who we are
At SAFE-C, we are dedicated to creating a safer society for children and protective parents who have been victims of intimate partner violence. Our mission is to promote safety, protection, and the rights of children, striving for a community free from violence.
Values:
- Giving a Voice to the Voiceless.
- Giving support to those lost in the cycle.
- Ensuring safety for all.
- Openness, Transparency and confidentiality for all supported.
- Commitment to equality.
- Accountability.
- We strive to maintain a high standard of competent, confidential and supportive advocacy.
Our Founders
Brenda Ottenbreit
As a founder of SAFE-C, I am a passionate advocate for changes within our legal systems. My advocacy includes presenting to Members of Parliament, the Senate, and Legislatures. I believe in proactively protecting children and victims of violence and am dedicated to having those uncomfortable conversations to bring education and understanding of the situations many are trying to survive.
Emma Paterson
I am one of the members of SAFE-C. I am interested in advocating for changes in family and criminal court justice systems to provide protections for victims of all types of abuse.