About Gustavia Pearls Women's Outreach
Our Mission
Volunteer Opportunities
Our Programs
Our aim is to empower survivors of domestic violence and their children to achieve safety, self-reliance, and a life free from violence. We commit ourselves to violence prevention, increasing public understanding, and eliminating the societal shame linked to domestic abuse.
Our Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Our Programs
At Gustavia Pearls Women’s Outreach, we empower individuals to rebuild their lives through a comprehensive range of transformative programs designed to meet their unique needs. Our offerings include safety prevention initiatives to create secure environments, mental wellness services that provide emotional support and healing, and healthc
At Gustavia Pearls Women’s Outreach, we empower individuals to rebuild their lives through a comprehensive range of transformative programs designed to meet their unique needs. Our offerings include safety prevention initiatives to create secure environments, mental wellness services that provide emotional support and healing, and healthcare support to ensure access to vital medical resources. We also provide goal-oriented resources, guiding our clients toward achieving personal and professional milestones. Every program is crafted to uplift, restore, and equip survivors with the tools they need to thrive, fostering resilience and hope for a brighter future.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteers are the backbone of our organization. We offer a variety of opportunities for individuals and groups to get involved and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Meet Our Founder
Dwantrina Russell is a passionate advocate for raising awareness about the critical issue of domestic violence and empowering women to break free from abusive relationships. As a survivor of domestic violence herself, Dwantrina understands the challenges that survivors face in their healing journey and wanted to create a space for them to come together and support each other. Dwantrina was inspired by her mother, Pastor Margie 'Gustavia' Russell, who provided a safe haven for numerous women with children at her shelter for battered women. To continue her mother's legacy, Dwantrina established Gustavia Pearls Women's Outreach, an organization that aims to support survivors of domestic violence and focus on fostering self-esteem, social support and offer hope for a journey to healing. Through her unwavering commitment and tireless efforts, she has received the prestigious Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award and gained recognition in local and national media. As a fearless leader, she actively collaborates with community leaders, law enforcement, legislators, educators, and shelters to provide survivors with essential resources and support.
Beyond her advocacy work, Dwantrina is also a devoted mother to her beautiful children and grandchildren. She recognizes the importance of family and feels grateful to God for the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives within her family and through her organization.
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