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What are Restorative Practices?

Apr 9, 2025 Comments Off on What are Restorative Practices?

Communities face growing divides, misunderstandings, and unresolved harm. Learn how to forward in a way that fosters healing, accountability, and connection.

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Intersectionality – A Mission Moment

Apr 1, 2025 Comments Off on Intersectionality – A Mission Moment

Intersectionality offers a framework for recognizing how multiple aspects of a person’s identity intersect to shape their unique experience.

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Supporting Youth Recap: Pathways Forward

Mar 4, 2025 Comments Off on Supporting Youth Recap: Pathways Forward

On February 27, as part of our Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM) campaign, we held another Pathways Forward discussion to educate our community on the impact of teen dating violence and the unique needs of youth survivors. This conversation was moderated by Chloe Bolz (YWCA Prevention Specialist) and featured Maribel…

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Odyssey Youth Movement: YWCA Spotlight

Mar 4, 2025 Comments Off on Odyssey Youth Movement: YWCA Spotlight

Each month, we highlight people in Spokane who work to advance YWCA’s mission by creating real and lasting change in our community.

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Motivational Interviewing – A Mission Moment

Mar 4, 2025 Comments Off on Motivational Interviewing – A Mission Moment

Motivational Interviewing empowers survivors of domestic violence by helping them explore their own needs and strengths, fostering confidence and self-reflection without imposing solutions. This approach restores a sense of control, enabling survivors to make informed decisions at their own pace and supports their long-term healing.

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The Empowerment Model – A Mission Moment

Feb 3, 2025 Comments Off on The Empowerment Model – A Mission Moment

The Empowerment Model at YWCA Spokane helps survivors of domestic violence regain control by providing support, options, and resources to make their own decisions. It fosters confidence, self-sufficiency, and independence, ensuring survivors are active participants in their healing journey.

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Supporting Youth TDVAM 2025

Jan 31, 2025 Comments Off on Supporting Youth TDVAM 2025

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), a time dedicated to raising awareness about the realities of teen dating violence and empowering our community to take action. With 1 in 3 teens experiencing dating violence and the majority never telling anyone, it’s clear that awareness and support are critical.…

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Spotlight: Community Engagement Team

Jan 27, 2025 Comments Off on Spotlight: Community Engagement Team

Each month, we highlight people in Spokane who work to advance YWCA’s mission by creating real and lasting change in our community.

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2024 Community Engagement Impact

Dec 31, 2024 Comments Off on 2024 Community Engagement Impact

Our Community Engagement Department celebrates another impactful year! Since this department’s founding in 2022, it has been our goal to create positive change by fostering community awareness, advocating for racial justice, and preventing intimate partner violence. We are excited to share with you the results of work achieved in 2024…

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2024 Youth Self-Care Summit

Dec 20, 2024 Comments Off on 2024 Youth Self-Care Summit

The third annual Youth Self-Care Summit was held on Saturday, December 14th. The Youth Self-Care Summit is a special one day celebration brought to the community through a partnership between YWCA Spokane and Strong Women Achieving Greatness (SWAG). The Summit brings youth together to participate in interactive workshops that teach…

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Hope for the Holidays 2024 Recap

Dec 16, 2024 Comments Off on Hope for the Holidays 2024 Recap

Thanks to the incredible generosity and dedication of our community all 90 family wishlists were adopted, bringing cheer and comfort to those accessing our Women’s Opportunity Center (WOC), Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP), and Domestic Violence Safe Shelter.

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December RSJ Spotlight | Salish School of Spokane

Dec 2, 2024 Comments Off on December RSJ Spotlight | Salish School of Spokane

Racial & Social Justice Spotlight Series. Each month, YWCA Spokane spotlights an organization or individual in our community that is aligned with our mission so we can highlight the work they do to create real and lasting change for a more equitable Spokane. December spotlight, LaRae Wiley and Christopher Parkin, Salish School of Spokane.

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Support Survivors this Holiday Season

Nov 20, 2024 Comments Off on Support Survivors this Holiday Season

Give Today For many, holidays are a time filled with warmth, joy, friendship, and good food. It always leaves me reflecting on what love, comfort, and hope mean for our community and those that YWCA Spokane serves. As I spend time with my family this season, I am grateful to…

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November RSJ Spotlight | Julie Schaffer

Nov 14, 2024 Comments Off on November RSJ Spotlight | Julie Schaffer

Racial & Social Justice Spotlight Series. Each month, YWCA Spokane spotlights an organization or individual in our community that is aligned with our mission so we can highlight the work they do to create real and lasting change for a more equitable Spokane. November spotlight, Julie Schaffer, who specializes in Restorative Practices and Mediation.

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2024 DVAM Recap

Nov 4, 2024 Comments Off on 2024 DVAM Recap

A Month of Awareness Throughout October, more than 40 banners were spread across downtown busy streets and key landmarks lit up purple in honor of survivors. Unquenchable Hope was proudly displayed as part of DVAM and National Arts & Humanity Month. Over 100 individuals received education and training about YWCA Services,…

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Hope For The Holidays 2024

Nov 1, 2024 Comments Off on Hope For The Holidays 2024

Click here to edit the dot navigation module. This text is only for editing and will not appear after you publish the changes. Adopt a Family DV Safe Shelter Women’s Opportunity Center ECEAP Give Online Share a Photo Join Us for YWCA’s 9th Annual Family Wish List Program! The holiday…

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October RSJ Spotlight | Filipino American Association of Inland Empire (FAAIE)

Oct 9, 2024 Comments Off on October RSJ Spotlight | Filipino American Association of Inland Empire (FAAIE)

Racial & Social Justice Spotlight Series. Each month, YWCA Spokane spotlights an organization or individual in our community that is aligned with our mission so we can highlight the work they do to create real and lasting change for a more equitable Spokane. October spotlight, Ana Marrie Caldwell, Filipino-American Association of Inland Empire.

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Barriers to Reporting DV

Sep 30, 2024 Comments Off on Barriers to Reporting DV

In advance of Pathways Forward conversation on October 23rd, this blog focuses on the barriers survivors face in reporting domestic violence to law enforcement. Key challenges include fear of retaliation, lack of trust in police, privacy concerns, mandatory arrest policies, socioeconomic factors, and insufficient resources. Understanding these barriers is essential for improving support systems and ensuring survivor safety.

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