- To provide a safe and secure shelter to abused women and their children who are fleeing an abusive home environment.
- To recognize the strength of every woman and to offer a supportive, non-judgmental environment which empowers women to make informed choices.
- To recognize the specific and diverse needs of children whom an abusive home environment has impacted.
- To reflect the needs of women through counselling, information avenues and referrals to community resources and to assist them to explore these choices, options and alternatives.
- To provide information to the community on the impact of violence against women and their children.
- To participate in community efforts to eliminate all forms of violence against women.
- To use the principles of an anti-racist/anti-oppressive integrated framework.
- To integrate relevant public policy issues within the Chrysalis’ district service practice.