The Independent spoke with Melissa Dodge, Paradise Valley’s victim advocate, about supporting survivors, navigating the justice system and resources available to those experiencing domestic violence.
“All it takes is that one victim that finally decides that enough is enough, decides to assert their rights by having their voice heard, and puts their trust in me to assist them in having justice served,” Dodge wrote. “Watching a person persevere and cultivate self-reliance is what keeps me motivated.”
What led you to become a victim advocate, and what was your path to your current role with the prosecutor’s office?
