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Continued YWCA Services Available for Survivors During COVID-19 During this pandemic, our services are still available, and our staff are passionate about supporting our community. We know that the stress of all of the unknowns in the current situation we are all facing, the financial hardships that have come up…
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Wide-Ranging Impacts Felt by our Community The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, began to affect humans in November 2019. The first case in the United States was confirmed in January 2020. Governor Inslee announced the “Stay Home, Stay Healthy Order” on Monday, March 23rd, 2020, and before then, many businesses in Spokane…
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Social distancing is required to keep ourselves and our communities safe but may create or exacerbate challenges mentally and emotionally. Many of us are following recommendations for social isolation and self-quarantine in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. While this is a great choice for our communities at large,…
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Thank you to the Health Sciences & Services Authority of Spokane County (HSSA) for your grant! YWCA Spokane was awarded a generous grant for our trauma treatment and mental health program. YWCA providers have seen a growing need for this service among domestic violence survivors, and providing in-house psychological support…
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YWCA Spokane’s 2020 Impact Report YWCA Spokane is proud to serve over 16,500 women, children, and families in 2020 who were impacted by domestic violence, homelessness, poverty, and unemployment. Powered by YOU, YWCA Spokane continues to be a force for real and lasting change. In a year full of unexpected…
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2019 In Review As we reflect back on 2019, we can’t help but be overwhelmed with gratitude for the many ways our community comes together to support the work and mission of YWCA Spokane. Below are just a few photos from a powerful 2019. Thank you for being a special…
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2019 eNews Editions: March | April | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct Giving Thanks With A Grateful Heart From Regina Malveaux, YWCA Spokane CEO It is at this time of year, with a grateful heart, that our family at YWCA Spokane celebrates the generosity received by friends like…
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eNews Editions: March | April | May | June | July | August | September When WE KNOW, WE GROW From Regina Malveaux, YWCA Spokane CEO Two years ago at this time, we watched the #MeToo movement trend on social media. Because of the awareness and exposure built from that movement, more…
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Show Your Support for Survivors This October! This October is Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM). YWCA Spokane will be launching our 4th annual local campaign called End The Silence focused on growing awareness about intimate partner violence and how the community can show up to make a difference. YWCA agencies across the…
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eNews Editions: March | April | May | June | July Celebrating SUCCESSES as Summer Ends From Regina Malveaux, YWCA Spokane CEO As we head into the end of summer we are reflecting on our excitement for the fall ahead! As summer turns to fall the YWCA becomes abuzz with the energy…
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eNews Editions: March | April | May | June DARE TO BE POWERFUL From Regina Malveaux, YWCA Spokane CEO I am excited to share with you some wonderful news! Recently, two of our program directors were honored for their outstanding contributions as community leaders. We are so proud of Kelsey and Morgan…
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While providing services to over 16,000 women, children, and families each year, YWCA Spokane advocates partake in a state-required, 30-hour intensive training program. In addition to holding a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree, all advocates who work in YWCA Spokane’s domestic violence shelter, legal advocacy department and counseling center undergo comprehensive…
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Recently, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) proposed a rule that would weaken protections for LGBTQ+ individuals seeking refuge in shelters or seeking housing services. This rule provides shelters and housing services with the ability to create policies that could use sex as a determinant of who can access services. From…
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eNews Editions: March | April | May Celebrating The Power of Transformation A Letter From Regina Malveaux, CEO of YWCA Spokane Dear Valued Friend of YWCA Spokane, As we enter into the summer season we reflect on the year so far and celebrate the power of transformation at work within our domestic violence…
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Many congratulations to YWCA Spokane Civil Legal Attorney, Kelsey Kittleson, for being named the Young Lawyer of the Year by the Spokane County Bar Association. Kelsey was awarded this prestigious designation for her “substantial contributions to the legal profession of a legal or non-legal nature, substantial contributions to the Spokane…
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Judge. Lawyer. Author. Mother. Teacher. Advocate. Trailblazer. “You’re never wrong to speak your truth.”- Judge Rosemarie Aquilina YWCA Spokane is proud to announce the Honorable Rosemarie Aquilina as our Keynote Speaker for our 37th Annual Women of Achievement Awards Luncheon. Judge Aquilina presided over the USA Gymnastics Team sex abuse…
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YWCA Spokane was saddened to learn of the passing of Alice Niemeier, a long-time, cherished friend. Alice accepted the Lifetime Achievement Award for the Ambassadors, a long-time group of supporters of the YWCA, at our 31st Woman of Achievement Awards. Alice was committed to serving women and children through YWCA…
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March eNews | April eNews Your Incredible Community Impact The past few weeks have been ones of great impact. Our community continues to show they are committed to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. Recently, YWCA Spokane hosted our annual Stand Against Racism;…
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March eNews | May eNews So Much is Happening Around Here! This past month has been one of growth, celebration, and courageous conversations. In April, we celebrated the arrival of spring with our annual Spring Fling Champagne Brunch; remodeled our Family Justice Center’s Interview Room to provide a space of…
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At Our Shelter, We Recognize Pets As A Part Of Your Family! For nearly 20 years, YWCA Spokane’s domestic violence safe shelter has provided a safe place for domestic violence survivors and their pets while connecting them to community resources. Aligned with federal Pet and Women Safety (PAWS) Act, our…
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