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Our annual Racial Justice Challenge is an opportunity to deepen our collective understanding of issues surrounding race, power, privilege, and leadership. 

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MMIW/P Awareness Month

This May, honor the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women and people and learn how you can take action. 

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Safety planning, resources, education, and supportive listening for those affected by intimate partner domestic violence.
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Safe Shelter

Confidential safe shelter for individuals and families fleeing intimate partner domestic violence.
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Preschool (ECEAP)

Free comprehensive in-person preschool for eligible families with children ages 3 to 4.
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Housing resource navigation and referrals to households fleeing intimate partner domestic violence.
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Legal Support

Assistance navigating legal issues, proceedings, and paperwork related to intimate partner domestic violence.
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Mental Health Therapy

Trauma-processing mental health care for survivors of intimate partner domestic violence and their families.
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Free women’s clothing & necessity boutique for anyone in need of this service.
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Life Skills

Holistic and restorative services for trauma survivors with the Women’s Opportunity Center.

Career Skills

Holistic and restorative services for trauma survivors with the Women’s Opportunity Center.

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May 23, 2025 May 24 @ 11:58 am

Day 10: Challenge Recap

Over the past nine days, we’ve explored key issues like abortion access, racial discrimination in hair, entrepreneurship barriers, and gun violence. We’ve highlighted the need for fairer policies in mental health, transportation, and law enforcement. By raising awareness and advocating for change, we can build a more equitable society for all.

May 22, 2025 May 24 @ 11:58 am

Day 9: Creating Equity

Creating equity means recognizing that people face different challenges and providing tailored support to meet those needs. It’s about dismantling systemic barriers, redistributing resources, and uplifting marginalized voices so that everyone has a fair chance to thrive.

May 21, 2025 May 24 @ 11:58 am

Day 8: Racial Bias and Traffic Enforcement

Racial bias in traffic stops means people of color get pulled over more often than white drivers, even when they haven’t done anything wrong. This unfair treatment causes stress, fear, and distrust in the police. It’s part of a bigger problem in the system that needs real change and fairness.

May 20, 2025 May 24 @ 11:58 am

Day 7: Thinking Beyond Cars

Discrimination in transportation goes beyond police encounters – it’s present in airports, bike paths, and even jogging through neighborhoods. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals face unequal treatment, from extra security screenings to harassment while cycling. To create fair communities, we must address these disparities in all forms of mobility, not just cars.

YWCA is on a Mission. Join Us!

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Survivors of intimate partner violence received the life saving and life changing services they needed to help rebuild their lives.

2,572

Women and youth developed new skills and tools needed for success in life, including job and school readiness.

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Youth and adults engaged in prevention and intervention services designed to help cope with trauma and develop healthy relationships.

Learn & Engage

Educational info, series, and additional offerings focused on racial equity and social justice.

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Community & Educational Events

Apr 15, 2025 Jun 5 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Trans and Nonbinary Youth: Pathways Forward

Join YWCA Spokane this Pride Month for a roundtable conversation about promoting equitable inclusion for trans and gender nonconforming youth this June.

Apr 11, 2025 Jun 9 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

DV 101 Training: Recognize. Respond. Refer.

Join YWCA Spokane for this important free, virtual training on June 9th at 2:00pm. Learn more about intimate partner domestic violence, how to help a friend, and about YWCA Spokane’s free and confidential services.

Apr 11, 2025 Jun 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

DV 101 Training: Recognize. Respond. Refer.

Join YWCA Spokane for this important free, virtual training on June 12th at 10:00am. Learn more about intimate partner domestic violence, how to help a friend, and about YWCA Spokane’s free and confidential services.

May 21, 2025 Jun 14 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

2025 Pride Parade & Festival

June 14, 2025 Downtown Spokane  Join us! Open to the community, feel free to walk with YWCA. Spokane Pride organizes…

May 2, 2025 Jun 18 @ 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm

The Thread – A Writing Workshop Series for Survivors – This June with Kris Dinnison

The Thread is a writing workshop series for survivors of domestic violence happening once a month on Wednesdays from April through October. This month with Kris Dinnison.

May 15, 2025 Jul 14 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

DV 201 Training: Learning In Action

Join YWCA Spokane for this important sequel, virtual training on July 14th at 10:00am. Learn more about the unique barriers and challenges survivors navigate on a daily basis and talk through how you might help a survivor.

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