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Our domestic violence safe shelter is near capacity almost every day. We look to options such as hoteling for survivors to ensure their safety.
Goodwill SSVF partnered with YWCA Spokane for DV education, supplying staff with tools to recognize abuse, support survivors, & respond effectively.
Domestic Violence Action Month raises awareness in Spokane about relationship violence & sparks action toward building a community free from abuse.
Victim blaming shifts responsibility away from the person causing harm and places it on survivors, deepening shame, isolation, and barriers to support.
The Thread writing workshop offers survivors a creative, healing space to explore their stories through poetry & art, helping them reclaim their voices.
YWCA Spokane’s Civil Legal Services help survivors secure protection orders that create immediate safety, accountability, & space to rebuild.
Safe housing is harder than ever to find for survivors. Learn how YWCA Spokane is adapting to a changing landscape to keep families safe.
During MMIWG2S Awareness Month, we honor Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people by raising awareness of DV in these tragedies.
At YWCA Spokane, our commitment to empowering survivors and creating a safer community is brought to life through the work of the Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Task Force. This dynamic coalition brings together YWCA Spokane legal advocates, the Spokane Police Department’s Domestic Violence Unit, county law enforcement, and city and…
Healing Together For families who have experienced domestic violence, therapeutic support can provide some relief from experiences of stress, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). YWCA Spokane offers a specialized therapy program for youth 7-18 years old who have second hand experience with domestic violence in their household. The program…
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,…
Social Support “Domestic violence can be so isolating,” states Alondra, YWCA Support Group facilitator. “We found that providing a space for survivors to share stories and promote healing is a great way to bridge the gap from isolation to connection and support.” YWCA Spokane offers support groups for female-identifying survivors…
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.
What is CSO Advocacy? For some survivors of domestic violence, the Department of Social Health Services (DSHS) is their first stop while trying to find support for their situation. “It can be hard to navigate these systems for a lot of clients,” says M.E. Martin, YWCA Spokane CSO Advocate. “Many…
The Complexities of Domestic Violence Protection Orders Domestic Violence Protection Orders (DVPOs) are legal tools designed to offer safety to individuals experiencing domestic violence. While the intention is to offer protection, the legal process can leave survivors feeling disheartened and vulnerable. Understanding these challenges is crucial for anyone navigating the…
Understanding the Issue In recent years, efforts to address domestic violence have increasingly focused on a critical aspect of safety: removing firearms from perpetrators. The presence of a firearm in a domestic violence situation increases the risk of homicide for women by 500%. On June 21, 2024, the Supreme Court…
Custom Jewelry Made by Women at YWCA will be sold in our Lobby May 2nd & 3rd to benefit our Safe Shelter What: Hope Stones Mother’s Day Jewelry Sale – find the perfect Mother’s Day gift for the mothers in your life. When: May 2nd & 3rd from 9:00am –…
Über YWCA Spokane Safe Shelter ist ein Notunterkunftsdienst für Überlebende in Spokane und Umgebung, die vor der unmittelbaren Gefahr durch gewalttätige Lebenspartner fliehen. Im Jahr 2023 versorgte unser Safe Shelter 130 Erwachsene und 118 Angehörige. Zusätzlich wurden 85 Erwachsene und 95 Angehörige in einem Hotelzimmer untergebracht.…
Über Mobile Housing Advocatacy Jeder verdient eine sichere und stabile Unterkunft. Das Wohnungssystem ist ein komplexer und verwirrender Prozess mit Ressourcen und Optionen, die sich ständig ändern. YWCA Spokane Mobile Housing Advocates sind ein wirklich mobiles Team und treffen Klienten in der Gemeinde. Sie helfen Überlebenden von Lebenspartnerschaften…
Über DV Support Advocacy YWCA Spokanes Domestic Violence Support Advocacy schafft einen einladenden und vorurteilsfreien Raum für Überlebende, in dem sie die Komplexität ihrer Situation ergründen und sich gehört fühlen können. Während des Aufnahmeprozesses hören sich die Support Advocates die aktuellen Bedürfnisse des Überlebenden an und bieten Optionen an. Ein Bestandteil dieses ersten…