Our main objectives is to empower families and communities. DBC provides outreach to individuals, children and families through prevention and intervention education as well as support groups. The intent is to address domestic violence, anger management, make available parent education from both a conventional and practical approach that is inclusive of one’s faith and beliefs.  We offer empowerment , education, support, hope and tools to help affect “change” in the lives of at-risk individuals and families that have experienced difficulties in family relationships due to issues of domestic abuse.  Through our various programs:

We provide programs tailored to men of domestic violence to be vital to their families, coach young men socially responsible in the community and guide troubled men to be functional in today’s society.

Introduction
Faith communities play a powerful role in shaping culture, influencing values, and supporting families. At Destiny By Choice, Inc., we believe clergy and spiritual leaders are uniquely positioned to address domestic violence with both compassion and accountability. Our faith-based programs provide the tools, training, and partnerships needed to equip churches, synagogues, temples, and mosques to become safe havens of healing, prevention, and justice.

Empowering Family Focus, Enriching Community Trust (E.F.F.E.C.T) Programs we hope to be a vital component of redefining cultural norms between Communities (Agencies), Church (Faith) Families, and Courts

We provide programs tailored to men of domestic violence to be vital to their families, coach young men socially responsible in the community and guide troubled men to be functional in today’s society.

Our signature initiative for men and boys is designed to recruit, educate, empower, and engage males to take a stand against domestic violence. Through teaching the core values of respect, integrity, and healthy relationships, this program challenges participants to be upstanders, not bystanders speaking out, stepping in, and holding one another accountable. The ultimate goal is to galvanize a community of socially responsible men who embody respect and honor toward women and girls, becoming true advocates for change.

Anger Response Management Support (A.R.M.S.) is open to men and woman is our 12 week support group that addresses anger and temperament and learning to manage your anger moving from reacting to responding, assertive communication and styles of communication, changing self talk and adjusting expectations. This is an interactive support group that teaches accountability and presents helpful techniques in managing anger management.

Y.A.V.E. – Youth Anti-Violence Education

Y.A.V.E. is a community-based program offering six to eight interactive sessions that confront the critical issues of violence impacting today’s youth and teens. The program addresses domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, bullying, robbery, gang involvement, school violence, and the pressures of peer influence — all with attention to cultural and gender sensitivities.

More than just identifying the problem, Y.A.V.E. digs deeper into the “why” — examining the motivations and behaviors of both perpetrators and victims. Through open dialogue, education, and critical thinking, participants gain the tools to recognize risks, make safer choices, and become advocates for nonviolence in their communities.

Our signature male program whose mission is to recruit, educate, empower and engage boys and men to speak up and out against domestic violence. This program teaches core values of healthy relationships, and exemplary behavior. Man Up Stand Up challenges Boys and Men to be upstanding and not by-standers and to hold one another accountable for their actions. The ultimate purpose is to galvanize socially responsible men to be a voice of respect and honor of girls and women.

Father’s Lifeline is a 10-session dialogue series that explores the vital role of fatherhood from personal, spiritual, societal, and generational perspectives. Using interactive discussions, we examine the impact of fathering  and the absence of it on families and communities. Participants gain deeper insight into their roles as fathers and receive tools, resources, and encouragement to actively engage in the lives of their children. The program fosters not only stronger parenting, but also healing and restoration in families.

Safe Return is a 25-session reentry curriculum designed for incarcerated men preparing to return to their families and communities. The program directly addresses the root causes of domestic violence, toxic relationships, and abusive behaviors. Participants work through themes such as responsibility, accountability, contrition vs. regret, self-worth, healthy relationships, respect, power dynamics, boundaries, and establishing new norms. The ultimate goal is to equip men for a successful reentry that breaks cycles of violence, restores dignity, and promotes safety in their homes and communities.

We provide specialized training for clergy and faith communities to address domestic violence through a comprehensive approach that integrates theological principles with practical community-based strategies. Participants gain an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of abuse, pastoral care techniques that avoid re-victimization, and effective methods to establish domestic violence ministries within their congregations. Each training includes manuals, certificates of completion, and direct connections to community resources, the courts, and local service providers, ensuring leaders are fully equipped to respond with both wisdom and action.

An introductory Domestic Violence 101 course tailored for faith leaders. This training equips clergy to recognize signs of abuse, listen effectively to victims, avoid re-victimization, and understand the behaviors of abusers. It also outlines key do’s and don’ts for pastoral counseling when domestic violence is present..

This advanced program explores why clergy often struggle to address domestic violence and equips them with both spiritual and practical tools to lead effectively. Topics include addressing abuse during premarital counseling, creating church policies and procedures, and implementing clear action steps for pastors, ministers, and auxiliary leaders to safeguard their congregations.

The Destiny Changers Program equips boys and young men ages 10–17 with the knowledge, values, and skills to grow into responsible and prepared men. Through mentorship, education, and engagement, participants are challenged to embrace positive character development and lifelong responsibility.

Core Values We Build On:

• Respect – Cultivating self-worth and honoring others.
• Commitment – Embracing change and pursuing goals with perseverance.
• Dignity – Establishing pride and self-respect.
• Achievement – Striving for excellence through effort and growth.
• Honor – Living with integrity, influence, and esteem.

Destiny Changers inspires young men to rise with confidence, make healthy choices, and become leaders in their families and communities.

Project CEASE (Compassion • Education • Awareness • Strategic Engagement) works to end HIV by raising awareness, reducing stigma, and expanding education about PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) — a daily medication proven to greatly reduce the risk of contracting HIV. The program focuses on Black cisgender women ages 12 and older, a group disproportionately impacted by HIV.

Through partnerships with HIV agencies, faith communities, schools, youth programs, and local organizations, Project CEASE PAC-C  delivers education and resources directly into neighborhoods via awareness campaigns, social media, canvassing, health fairs, and other outreach platforms.

Building on Destiny By Choice’s long-standing advocacy at the intersection of domestic violence and HIV, Project CEASE continues to foster prevention, awareness, and hope for healthier futures across Palm Beach County.