AVIANOABI52-101 — Safe Haven Program

AVIANOABI52-101 governs the Aviano Air Base Safe Haven Program for community members facing domestic violence.

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  • Publication number: AVIANOABI52-101
  • Title: SAFE HAVEN PROGRAM
  • Date: 2024-07-15

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It establishes procedures for temporary, anonymous safe-haven lodging and identifies authorized personnel who may use the program. It covers chaplain notification, reservation approval, funding, guest privacy, reporting requirements, and lodging coordination.

Topics covered

  • Safe Haven lodging
  • Domestic violence response
  • Chaplain notification
  • Lodging reservations
  • Guest data masking
  • Safe Haven funding
  • Domestic abuse reporting

Questions and answers

Who may use the Safe Haven program for a community member facing domestic violence?

Any First Sergeant, Unit Commander, Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Representative, Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) or Chaplain may use the Safe Haven program as needed to provide Aviano AB community members a temporary and anonymous safe haven to escape a situation where domestic violence is present, or where the potential for domestic violence is imminent. (paragraph 1)

When must the Duty Chaplain be notified for Safe Haven lodging?

Because use of appropriated funds are authorized through DAFMAN 65-605, Vol 1, para 5.29 ., Chapel and Chaplain Programs, the Duty Chaplain must be notified before lodging reservations are made. (paragraph 1)

Can organizations require victims to use chaplain services?

Organizations can offer Chaplain Corps services to the victims of domestic abuse/violence but cannot mandate the use of chaplain services. (paragraph 1)

Who can make Safe Haven lodging reservations?

Lodging reservations are only accepted from the member’s First Sergeant, Commander, FAP, SARC or 31st Fighter Wing Chaplain’s office. (paragraph 1)

What lodging costs does the chapel pay for?

The chapel can only pay for the cost of the room. (paragraph 1)

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