Katelyn Locklear

PO Box 2461, Pembroke, NC 28372

910-734-2427
Katelyn_locklear@yahoo.com

Richard Burr
2000 West First Street,
Suite 508
Winston-Salem, NC 27104

Dear Senator Richard Burr,

I am writing you on behalf of domestic violence victims. Some of the major needs for

this particular population are funding, more private organizations, access to information, access

to counseling services, and access to safe housing. Domestic violence victims are at an increased

level of vulnerability due to the unpredictability of their safety. This population has the right to

feel safe and the community should offer as much support as possible.

In order to offer support in the best way possible, domestic violence centers need

funding. Currently, there is only one domestic violence shelter in the largest county in North

Carolina. Unfortunately, the Southeastern Family Violence Center is unable to provide safe

housing for every victim that needs it. I am hoping that you will advocate for this population by

increasing the funding available for human service agencies in North Carolina. One way you can

assist this population is by supporting the reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act in

December of 2018. This advocacy strategy will allow victims of domestic violence to have

access to safe housing along with an abundance of other resources. Your continued support for
this policy is greatly needed. The community appreciates your service and I look forward to

hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Katelyn Locklear