About AVANZAR
Founded in 1975 by a group of socially conscious women, AVANZAR (formerly The Women’s Center) has grown from a 24-hour sexual assault hotline and women’s shelter in New Jersey to one of the most comprehensive social justice agencies in NJ dedicated to empowering individuals and families by working to secure their physical safety, emotional well being, individual freedom, and economic equality.
Funded by the generosity of individual donors, corporate sponsors, and grants, our nonprofit programs and services offer holistic support for anyone who is experiencing or has experienced crimes of social injustice, domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other human rights violations
In addition to our foundational hotline and crisis shelter, we offer advocacy, emergency services, workforce development and counseling for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, support programs for human trafficking survivors, domestic violence and sexual assault awareness and prevention services and community education.
AVANZAR also serves as the Technical Assistance Center for Grow New Jersey Kids in New Jersey’s seven southern counties, providing technical assistance, coaching and modeling to early childhood programs.
Our future, like our past, is dedicated to bringing positive change and empowerment to those whose lives have been impacted by injustice and violence.



History and Mission
Discover how AVANZAR has grown from a volunteer-driven effort to an all-inclusive nonprofit organization, providing vital services to victims of social justice issues, sexual violence, and sexual assault in Atlantic County, New Jersey, and supporting youth survivors of human trafficking throughout the entire State of New Jersey. Learn more about our journey and impact.

Careers
Explore career opportunities at AVANZAR, learn about our organizational commitment and benefits, and apply for open positions. Learn more about joining our team.

Annual Report
Download the latest annual report to learn about AVANZAR's impact on the community and the generous funders and donors who make it possible.

Nonprofit 990
Review the organization's most recent IRS filings for an overview of our operational structure and finances.

Board of Directors
Meet the dedicated volunteers who provide ongoing oversight and guidance for AVANZAR’s mission and operations. Learn more about our team.

Community Partners
Learn about the government and community partners that work beside AVANZAR to empower New Jersey individuals and families.

Donate to AVANZAR
As a social justice agency, our work to support and empower individuals and families throughout New Jersey is made possible through the generosity of our volunteers and donors. To make a tax-deductible gift to AVANZAR and support our work of empowerment, visit our donation page You can also see our work in action in our Photo Gallery or donate your time by becoming a Volunteer Crisis Advocate.
If you are a New Jersey resident in need of support and resources to help with a domestic violence situation or sexual assault, call or text our 24 Hour Hotline at 1-800-286-4184 (voice) and (609)-569-5437 (text).