TurnAround provides services to survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking in Baltimore County and Baltimore City, and survivors of human trafficking in Howard County. We are a designated rape crisis center, a comprehensive domestic violence center, and launched Maryland’s first comprehensive anti-trafficking program in 2011.
Starting in 1979, we opened our doors to serve survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence in Baltimore County. In 1995, we expanded to provide services in Baltimore City to respond to gaps in services for sexual assault survivors. In 2000, we became TurnAround, Inc., “the first place to turn”. In 2011, we launched a comprehensive program focused on commercial sexual exploitation – the first of its kind in the state.
Who We Are
Mission
TurnAround’s mission is to educate, empower, and advocate for all people impacted by intimate partner violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking.
Vision
Ending and preventing violence and abuse by working together with survivors, their support systems, and our communities.
TurnAround's History
1978
TurnAround was founded
as the Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Center (SADVC) serving Baltimore County and operations began in earnest in 1979. Until 1981, SADVC was the only center dedicated to helping this population in the County.
1995
to support survivors in Baltimore City.
1998
to celebrate 20 years of service to the community.
2000
In celebration of the new millennium,
we became TurnAround, Inc., the first place to turn.
2002
We received a total of 445 calls to our helpline,
an average of about 37 calls per month – half of what we receive on a monthly basis today (2023).
2011
We initiated a comprehensive program
focused on commercial sexual exploitation – the first of its kind in the state.
2019
a former Assistant State’s Attorney for Baltimore County and Special Assistant United States Attorney who oversaw the state-wide implementation of policy and protocol related to human trafficking in Maryland, is appointed Executive Director.
2021
Our Executive Director and Senior Director pen an op-ed
“the myth of the perfect victim,” in the Baltimore Sun
Today
to provide free services to survivors of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and human trafficking in Baltimore County, Baltimore City, and Howard County.
Our Services
Funding Information
TurnAround is a private, nonprofit organization with offices in Towson, Baltimore City, and Columbia, Maryland. If you would like to support our work, please visit our Donate page. For more information about the organization, including financial information, visit our Guidestar profile.
We Believe in
- An accessible open door
- Supporting people of all identities
- Adapting to each individual’s needs and goals
- Improving outcomes through education and awareness
- Strengthening care through collaboration and innovation
- We believe all survivors
Over 1,100 new enrollments into our many programs in FY23
41% increase in Advocacy and Resource Program enrollments in FY23
