The Suffolk County 911 system received 27,000 reports of domestic violence (DV) in 2024. That is roughly 74 reports of DV a day, every day for an entire year. Over the last decade more than 280,000 incidents were reported underscoring the urgent need for coordinated action.
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine signed an executive order creating the Suffolk County Alliance Against Domestic Violence, a groundbreaking ten-member initiative to strengthen coordination among government agencies and nonprofit providers in the fight against domestic violence.
“Through an executive order I signed today, creating the Alliance Against Domestic Violence, we are combating this disturbing number. The Alliance represents an unprecedented level of coordination between county agencies, law enforcement and not-for-profits when responding to domestic violence reports, said Romaine. “By breaking down silos between agencies and responding with data-backed decision-making, we can ensure that victims do not have to relive and retell their victimization, receive care, and have a clear point of contact to access support.”
The Alliance will:
• Establish mechanisms for real-time data sharing between law enforcement and service providers to improve victim referrals and case coordination.
• Implement countywide programs and services focused on prevention, intervention, and recovery.
• Launch public awareness and education campaigns to promote early intervention and community engagement.
• Hold quarterly meetings to review and assess the work of the Alliance.
“Suffolk County remains committed to protecting our most vulnerable residents and ensuring that every person feels safe in their own home,” said Romaine. “This Alliance allows all our community partners to work together with shared data, shared resources, and one shared goal: ending domestic violence.”
If you or a loved one is experiencing domestic violence or is in a controlling or financially controlling relationship, please call (631) 854-SAFE (7233).