If you require immediate assistance call 911 or call the Manitoba-wide Toll Free Shelter Phone Line:  1-877-977-0007 Abuse is: A pattern of behaviours in  partner relationships that  incorporates a range of  abusive tactics which  serve to establish coercive  control of one partner over  another. Welcome The Portage Family Abuse Prevention Centre is a community organization dedicated to Prevention, Intervention, and Advocacy for families experiencing abuse and violence. VISION:   A community free from abuse. MISSION:  To achieve our vision through an inclusive, community approach based on safety, respect, trust and hope. GOALS:  To Provide intervention and prevention programs for individuals, groups and community. CORE VALUES:  Safety   *   Respect   *   Trust   *   Hope www.abuseprevention.ca Portage Plains United Way Status of Women Grant:                 The Harmony Project PRESS RELEASE