The Dr. Carol B. Berz Family Justice Center is committed to providing safe spaces where survivors needs are met, children protected, and hope realized.
FJC staff, community partners and allies work together with transparency, respect and trust. Our mission is to meet people where they are and provide inclusive survivor centered services that promote healing, transformation and hope for the future; foster public safety; and drive social change through education and coordinated community collaborations.
“Working together creating pathways to safety and hope”
06/18/2026
Research finds systemic barriers to justice for victims of non-fatal strangulation The study, led by Bangor University, found that misunderstandings about the nature of the crime led police and prosecutors to overly rely on visible external injuries as evidence, despite Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) guidance that these are not necessary to prove harm.The research focuses on case...
06/18/2026
SESSION 4: LEGAL NAVIGATION & COURT PREPAREDNESS
MONDAY, JUNE 22
5:30–7:30 PM
FREE.
Know your rights. Prepare with confidence.
The legal process can feel overwhelming—but you don't have to face it alone. Join us for a free survivor-centered workshop designed to help you understand what to expect, prepare for hearings, and feel more confident moving forward.
*General Courtroom Preparedness
*Courtroom information & resources
*Supportive advocacy
SPACE IS LIMITED.
Register today at: fjc.chattanooga.gov (click on our What Next? Banner)
Your next step starts here.
06/09/2026
Do YOU have a heart for serving men, fathers, or youth in the Hamilton County area?
Are YOU looking for new collaboration and partnership opportunities?
JOIN US at the next Impact! Networking Fair:
Wednesday, June 24th, 2-3:30 PM at the J.A. Henry Branch of the YMCA of Metropolitan Chattanooga 3500 Dodds Ave., Suite 108!
New connections AND a chance to WIN an awesome raffle prize!
Scan the QR code or click this link to register (FREE!): https://wkf.ms/4qtH77P
Huge shoutout to our refreshment sponsor: Therapeutic Interventions Foster Care! Check them out here: www.tiicares.com
06/03/2026
WHAT NEXT?, a five-week, trauma-informed workshop series supporting survivors
of domestic violence as they move from crisis toward healing and independence. Each session
offers practical tools, emotional support, and a safe space to rebuild confidence.
Sessions include:
• June 1: Rebuilding Self & Emotional Healing
• June 8: Healthy Relationships, Boundaries & Safety
• June 15: Practical Life Skills & Independence
• June 22: Legal Navigation & Court Preparedness
• June 29: Future Visioning & Empowered Next Steps
A supportive, survivor-centered space to grow, learn, and take the next step forward.
--REGISTER NOW- https://forms.gle/8MWCjEKQyEjgEQVg9
05/22/2026
Timothy had a fantastic time at the Conference on Crime Against Women in Dallas, Texas. The opportunity to connect with and learn from diverse professionals was invaluable. He also got to reconnect with Lina and other A Call To Men staff!
05/19/2026
We’re supporting Capitol Hill Days this month. Follow us and Alliance for HOPE International for updates in Washington DC.
We had such a great time at our tent at JFEST 2026 connecting with so many amazing people and strengthening relationships within our community. Events like this are such a powerful reminder of what can happen when people come together with purpose, passion, and heart. Thank you to our volunteers and everyone who stopped by, shared conversations, and reminded us of the importance of the work we do and the impact of support for survivors. We are grateful to be part of such an incredible community!
| Monday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 5pm |