Founded in 1976, Sojourner House is a nonprofit organization that offers support services to victims of domestic violence. It provides emotional support, counseling services, and shelter and general advocacy assistance. The organization s support services include 24-hour helpline, community education and prevention through public awareness. Sojourner House employs child advocates who provide parents, caregivers and children with the helpful skills and techniques to cope with problems that arise from witnessing violence in the home. It also offers Project P.E.A.C.E. (Peer Educators Assisting in Change and Empowerment), a program that includes group and individual sessions on topics, such as HIV/AIDS, domestic violence, communication and facilitation skills, cultural competency and self esteem. The organization is located in Providence, R.I.