About Fundacion Contra Violencia Relacional
Who We Are
Fundacion Contra Violencia Relacional (FCVR) is Aruba's national center of expertise and treatment focused on relational violence and gender-based violence. Since 1995, we have been the leading organization dedicated to systematically eradicating relational and gender violence in Aruba.
Our Purpose
- •To empower individuals experiencing gender-based and domestic violence
- •To support survivors through comprehensive prevention, intervention, and counseling services
- •To create a safer, more equitable society through education and systemic change
Our Approach
Holistic Empowerment
We provide comprehensive support that addresses immediate safety, emotional well-being, and long-term independence through counseling, case management, and advocacy.
Prevention & Education
We educate communities about healthy relationships, legal rights, and respect, working to prevent violence before it occurs through awareness and cultural change.
Survivor-Centered Care
We center survivors' voices and choices in all our services, providing safe shelter, crisis intervention, and ongoing support tailored to individual needs and goals.
To empower individuals and eradicate abuse through support, prevention, and counseling, paving the way to a safer and more equitable future.
An Aruba free of Gender-Based and Domestic Violence.
Give Respect • Foster Collaboration • Open & Honest Communication • Act with Integrity • Be Responsible & Accountable • Act with Composure & Self-Restraint
Our History & Evolution
Three Decades of Service
Since 1995, FCVR has been at the forefront of addressing gender-based and relational violence in Aruba. For three decades, we have empowered thousands of survivors through direct services, community outreach, and policy advocacy.
Rebranding & Name Change (2020)
We changed our name from Fundacion pa Hende Muhe den Dificultad to Fundacion Contra Violencia Relacional to better reflect our comprehensive approach. We help entire families experiencing relational violence, including children (17% of our clients) and men (3% of clients), while focusing primarily on women (80% of clients).
New Crisis Shelter (2021)
In June 2021, we opened our new crisis shelter, Cas Flamboyan, with 14 units, each equipped with comfortable beds and private bathrooms. This expansion allows us to serve more clients and meet international standards according to the Istanbul Convention.
Continuous Innovation
We've introduced a comprehensive shelter educational program with 12 meetings, implemented a custom CRM system for better client care, and established ourselves as Aruba's national center of expertise on relational violence.
Our survivor-centered approach has remained deeply rooted in safety, dignity, and long-term empowerment, evolving to meet the changing needs of our community while staying true to our core mission of helping build a more just and compassionate society for all.
Our Services
At FCVR, we provide comprehensive support services built on five interconnected pillars to help survivors rebuild their lives and create long-term change.
Residential Services
Safe shelter for women and their children who are survivors of domestic or gender-based violence, with comprehensive support services.
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Personalized services including safety planning, legal referrals, psychological services, and assistance accessing social resources.
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Ongoing support through peer-led networks, support groups, workshops, and individual support to ensure long-term stability.
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Engaging with government, institutions, and the public to promote policies and cultural change that protect survivors and prevent violence.
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Serving as a knowledge hub for gender-based violence in Aruba through research, best practices, and professional training.
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