Longtime advocate and CEO of Hays-Caldwell Women’s Center Melissa Rodriguez brings fresh perspective to strategic goals for Texas Council on Family Violence
The Texas Council on Family Violence (TCFV) welcomes Melissa G. Rodriguez, Chief Executive Officer of the Hays-Caldwell Women’s Center (HCWC), to its board of directors. With more than 22 years of experience in victim services and a strong commitment to empowering survivors, Rodriguez joins as Region 5 Area Director, contributing her leadership and expertise to advance efforts in creating safer communities across Texas.
Rodriguez has served HCWC in San Marcos for over two decades, rising from her role as Program Director for Roxanne’s House (the center’s Children’s Advocacy Center), to Director of Development and Community Partnerships, and eventually to her current position as CEO. Under her leadership, HCWC continues its 45-year legacy of offering critical services to survivors of family violence, dating violence, sexual assault and child abuse across Hays and Caldwell counties. HCWC operates a family violence shelter, non-residential counseling center, children’s advocacy center and the recently opened transitional housing complex, Marla’s Place.
“Melissa’s experience in supporting survivors and her ability to approach complex issues with empathy and a focus on solutions make her an essential addition to TCFV,” said Gloria Aguilera Terry, CEO of TCFV. “Her perspective and leadership will strengthen our efforts to address family violence across Texas.”
Rodriguez holds a Bachelor’s in Sociology and a Master’s in Counseling from Texas A&M University- Corpus Christi. Her expertise in prevention education and advocacy for survivors is matched only by her dedication to fostering collaboration across communities.
“I’m honored to join TCFV’s board of directors and to work alongside such passionate leaders,” Rodriguez said. “Together, we can create impactful change by empowering survivors and ensuring that all Texans have access to resources, education and the support they need to break the cycle of violence.”
TCFV’s board of directors plays a vital role in shaping the organization’s direction of impact, fostering critical and far-reaching partnerships, and raising awareness of family violence in Texas.
Melissa G. Rodriguez, Chief Executive Officer of the Hays-Caldwell Women’s Center (HCWC). Submitted photo
Rodriguez’s addition to the board strengthens the coalition’s ability to advocate for survivors and advance prevention efforts across Texas.
For more information about TCFV and its mission, visit www. tcfv.org.
About Texas Council on Family Violence Texas Council on Family Violence is the only 501(c) 3 nonprofit coalition in Texas dedicated solely to creating safer communities and freedom from family violence. With a state-wide reach and direct local impact, TCFV, with the collective strength of more than 1300 members, shapes public policy, equips service providers, and initiates strategic prevention efforts. Visit online at www.tcfv.org/.
“Melissa’s experience in supporting survivors and her ability to approach complex issues with empathy and a focus on solutions make her an essential addition to TCFV.”
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Gloria Aguilera Terry, CEO of TCFV
