Connections for Abused Women and their Children (CAWC) is dedicated to ending domestic violence and empowering survivors. Their approach is centered on self-help and empowerment, offering immediate safety and long-term solutions to abuse. CAWC provides shelter, counseling, advocacy, and a 24-hour hotline for those affected by domestic violence. They emphasize bicultural and bilingual services and programs, and actively work for social change through education, service collaboration, and institutional advocacy. As a member of the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence and the Metropolitan Chicago Battered Women's Network, CAWC is a leader in the field, advocating for survivors at both city and state levels.