FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 August 24, 2025

JEKYLL ISLAND, GA – The Georgia Commission on Family Violence (GCFV) is proud to present a Special Appreciation and Recognition Award to the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles at the 31st 2025 GCFV Statewide Conference, held in Jekyll Island. This honor celebrates the Board’s enduring partnership, unwavering support, and shared commitment to ending family violence across Georgia.

For years, the Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles has stood as a steadfast ally in GCFV’s mission, contributing meaningfully to the Commission’s work through collaboration, advocacy, and leadership. Their support of GCFV’s statewide annual conferences and other program initiatives has fostered education, innovation, and dialogue across disciplines, bringing together professionals from law enforcement, victim services, the judiciary, and beyond.

“The Georgia State Board of Pardons and Paroles exemplifies what it means to be a true partner in this work,” said GCFV Chair Judge Paige Whitaker. Their consistent presence, leadership, and investment in collaborative solutions have profoundly impacted our ability to build safer communities across Georgia. We are deeply grateful for their enduring commitment to accountability, rehabilitation, and the safety of families across our state.”

Pardons and Paroles' longstanding collaboration with GCFV reflects a shared understanding that effective responses to family violence require a coordinated, multi-agency approach. Their contributions have supported the development of informed policy, trauma-responsive practices, and community-based strategies prioritizing survivor safety and offender accountability.

As GCFV marks another year of statewide impact, this recognition of Pardons and Paroles underscores the importance of trusted partnerships in driving meaningful, lasting change. The Board's continued dedication to justice and safety remains a cornerstone of Georgia’s coordinated efforts to prevent and respond to domestic violence.

Contact:
 Georgia Commission on Family Violence
 Email: [email protected]
 Website: www.gcfv.georgia.gov