This past month has been tumultuous for the Domestic Violence Action Center. It just learned that a portion of its federal funding has been cut. It's the latest in a series of challenges.
In July, Laurie Tochiki was named interim CEO after the center's previous CEO, Monique Ibarra, resigned following a mass exodus of staff attorneys. Ibarra was the first person to fill the leadership role after Nanci Kreidman, the organization’s co-founder.
Kreidman stepped down in June 2023 after 33 years at the helm.
The Conversation spoke with David Tumilowicz, the president of the board, on Friday. Tumilowicz has a media background and took an unexpected path to leadership at the center. He shared his thoughts on this moment of transition.
This story aired on The Conversation on Aug. 4, 2025. The Conversation airs weekdays at 11 a.m.
