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Empowered to Respond

 Domestic Violence 101 for HR Professionals

Gonzaga University Hemmingson Hall

September 11, 2025 @ 9am - 10:30am

Domestic Violence 101 for HR Professionals

YWCA Spokane, in collaboration with Alliant Insurance Services, invites Spokane-area HR professionals to attend Empowered to Respond: Domestic Violence 101 for HR Professionals. Join us on September 11th for breakfast and a presentation where you’ll gain a foundational understanding of Intimate Partner Domestic Violence (IPDV) and walk away with tools to recognize the signs of abuse, respond with empathy and clarity, and refer employees to critical local resources.

Register to Attend

What to Expect

  • DV 101 training with YWCA Spokane’s Jemma Riedel, tailored for HR professionals

  • Practical tools to recognize abuse, respond effectively, and refer employees to local support

  • Live Q&A with HR leaders

  • Learn how your company can partner with YWCA Spokane to support survivors

  • Enjoy light breakfast, coffee & tea

Why Attend

By supporting or attending this event, your business:

  • Domestic violence doesn’t stay at home—it impacts your workplace. In Spokane, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 10  men will experience intimate partner violence.
  • Over 60% of survivors say abuse has affected their ability to work.
  • Together, we can build safer, stronger workplaces—and a community where every person is empowered to live free from violence.

Register to Attend

Register To Attend: Because we want everyone to have the tools to support those experiencing Domestic Violence, this event is being offered for free thanks to support from event sponsors!

However, if your business is able, we suggest a donation of $25 per attendee to support YWCA Spokane’s Critical Domestic Violence Services.

Light breakfast and coffee provided.

Location: Gonzaga University, Hemmingson Hall Student Center Auditorim (Lower level - take the stairs down from the main entrance.)

For sponsorship opportunities or to get involved, contact BrianaB@ywcaspokane.org

Thank You to Our Sponsor

Learn about Services for Survivors

Inclusive of all genders, YWCA Spokane offers an array of confidential programs and services for survivors of intimate partner violence. However, it can be intimidating to know where to begin. Survivors and allies are welcome to call YWCA's 24hr helpline: 509-326-2255 to help get connected to meaningful resources. 

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Support Advocacy

Confidential support to help survivors plan for their safety. 
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Housing & Shelter

Shelter & housing support to help keep families safe. 
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Mental Health Therapy

Moving survivors from surviving to thriving. 
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Clothing & Necessities

Addressing key basic needs to survivors can move forward.
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Skill Building

Building skills & community. 
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Legal Support

Providing key legal support including protection order and representation. 

Get Involved

If you want to take your support to the next level, YWCA Spokane offers many different ways you can make a difference in the lives of thousands of community members. 

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