Our Mission
Our Vision
Our mission is to serve survivors of intimate partner violence, including women, teens, men, and families, through rapid-response services. We coordinate prevention, intervention, and advocacy support services, offering confidential rapid solutions and collaborating with network agencies. With compassion, accountability, and transparency, we aim to enhance safety,
self-empowerment, increase interagency collaboration, and prevent further violence, focusing on Boston and low-income residents while also providing support to those outside the city.
Our priority is "survivors over profits''
SIS: Empowering Massachusetts survivors of domestic violence with support services to rise above adversity, heal, and reclaim their futures. Our goal is to help them break the cycle of abuse and live free from violence, ultimately becoming self-sufficient and no longer needing our services.
Welcome to Scars into Stars, Inc.
About Us
Our mission is rooted in the belief that "Love is Never Abuse" We firmly stand by this principle, providing a judgement free zone for survivors.
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Why are we here?
To provide comprehensive services, awareness, empowerment, and transformative change to Boston's and other diverse communities affected by domestic violence, going beyond just filling service gaps.
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Challenges affecting low-income and underserved populations?
Challenges faced by low-income and underserved populations include inadequate access to domestic violence services, which worsens intimate partner violence and its effects on survivors from various backgrounds. Our focus is on individuals, rather than case numbers, statistics, data collection, politic and unrealistic guidelines and policies that re-traumatize survivors and families.
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Breaking intergenerational cycles of abuse, poverty and homelessness in our communities''
Domestic violence has far-reaching and heartbreaking consequences that affect individuals, families, and communities. Survivors often endure profound physical and emotional trauma, and the impacts can lead to devastating issues such as loss of life, homelessness, mental health struggles, and poverty. In particular, communities of color frequently face barriers to accessing timely prevention and intervention services, as well as adequate community support for both survivors and those who may struggle with abusive behaviors.
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This cycle of abuse can feel overwhelming, often passing from one generation to the next, and it forces individuals to rely on systems like courts, law enforcement, and temporary shelters that may not provide the comprehensive support needed for true healing. It’s essential to recognize the importance of empowering survivors, helping them to become self-sufficient, and fostering safe, nurturing environments where they can not only heal but thrive. Everyone deserves the opportunity to live beyond fear and reclaim their lives, achieving their fullest potential.
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Creating SIS: This wasn't just an idea; it was a calling shaped by my journey as a survivor and the experiences of my daughters and others who have endured similar pain.
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Healing is Ongoing: The healing process is a lifelong journey that has fueled my passion and purpose to help others.
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• Creating Safe Spaces: I am dedicated to building a safe and nurturing environment where survivors can seek help without needing a restraining order or navigating complicated systems.
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• Authentic Voices Matter: Who better to tell a survivor's story and assist those in need than someone who has lived it? Survivors' voices must be heard in every decision affecting their lives.
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• Commitment to Compassion: I am committed to ensuring that survivors feel validated and treated with dignity in a compassionate space.
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• Giving Back: I strive to give back to our communities in a meaningful way and connect our clients with high-quality service providers.
Demographic Served;
At SIS, we are passionately dedicated to uplifting communities of color and low-income individuals facing the harsh realities of domestic violence. We fully understand the hurdles that underserved communities encounter in accessing vital opportunities, resources, and culturally sensitive care. Our mission is to provide inclusive support that centers around survivors, empowering them to break free from cycle of abuse and fostering resilience and strength.
​Collaboration with Stakeholders:
We acknowledge the importance of collaboration with stakeholders, including community partners, governmental agencies, and donors who share our values of transparency, passion, accountability, and integrity. we are mission driven, not data-driven. As a survivor-founded organization, we provide compassionate care. Unlike typical big, well-known organizations, we are a startup community that does not fit neatly into a checkbox. We are the underdogs in this industry, but we are not afraid of the giants. We learn, and face setbacks, comebacks, as we grow, build, and cultivate our relationships and resources step by step, mindful of those we network with. Join us.
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