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YWCA Spokane staff joined thousands of community members in rallying and marching at the Martin Luther King Jr. event on January 20th at the Spokane Convention Center. The MLK Center organized their annual rally, march, and resource fair to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and promote…
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YWCA Spokane staff joined hundreds of community members in rallying for bodily autonomy on January 18th at the Women’s Rally in Riverfront Park. YWCA supports equal access to healthcare, abortion, and birth control for all including the trans and LGBTQIA2S+ community as part of our mission of eliminating racism and…
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Important Dates September 17 – National Voter Registration Day October 28 – Register to Vote Deadline November 5 – General Election Ballots due by 8pm How To Vote Before the election we encourage everyone to check their voter registration status to ensure that their information is up to date, their…
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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…
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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…
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4월 25일에 열리는 연례 Equity for All 행사를 앞두고 우리는 스포케인에서 산모 건강에 대한 심층적인 대화를 지역사회에서 준비할 수 있기를 바랍니다. 이 블로그와 미국의 산모 건강은 지역사회가 이 문제에 대한 방향을 잡는 데 도움이 되는 지식 기반을 만들고 있습니다. 이 블로그에서는…
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This January, YWCA Spokane CEO, Jeanette Hauck, and the Co-Chair of our Legislative Advocacy Committee and YWCA Director of Grants and Contracts, Liz Backstrom, went to Olympia to participate in DV Advocacy Day 2024. This annual effort is led by the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV) and is…
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It was a cold and clear day to reflect and march in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s legacy. Through powerful songs and speeches, the rally emphasized the importance of continuing the work that Dr. King started. It’s been over 60 years since Dr. King’s iconic “I Have A…
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Prepare for the General Election November 7th, 2023 Let’s come together as a community to exercise our right to vote and make our voices heard. The future is in our hands, and we have the power to shape it for the better. Remember, YOUR VOICE IS YOUR VOTE! Important Dates: Ballots…
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In an era marked by growing awareness of social inequities and compelling calls for change, the role businesses and corporations have in promoting racial equity and social justice has never been more critical. These sectors have a unique opportunity and responsibility to give back to their communities by deepening their…
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At YWCA Spokane, we have the privilege to invite and inspire activism and engagement toward a world of true equity for all — and we have a responsibility to ensure that is reflected in the names we use. Names are important. Names have the power to invite or to exclude,…
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Every year, our nation celebrates and honors the life and contributions of civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Together, we can make MLK Day a day to embody and uphold Dr. King’s legacy. Today, and everyday, we commit ourselves to the work of promoting peace, justice, freedom, and…
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#YWOMENVOTE We’re less than one week away from Election Day on November 8th! YWCA Spokane is making sure their voices are heard and we hope you are too. Take a look through our gallery to see all the reasons why our staff votes! Know Your… Early Voting Options: Absentee, mail-in…
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We’ve been working hard on voter education here at YWCA Spokane – that means knowing WHO can vote, HOW to vote, WHEN to vote, and of course, WHY voting is important. Whomst indeed? Did you know you can still vote with a felony conviction? Your voting rights are automatically restored…
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Court proceedings can be difficult for survivors, through the emotions, barriers, and bureaucracy of the process. RCW 7.105 aims to provide some relief during this process by allowing survivors to receive more support while in court. Support Persons In Court Survivors can now bring a person of their choosing to…
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KEY DATES July 25 | Mail/Online Primary* Election Registration Deadline Aug 2 | In-Person Primary* Election Registration Deadline Aug 2 | Primary* Election Voting (Mail-in must be postmarked no later than 8/02) Oct 23 | Vote Early Day Oct 25 | Mail/Online General Election Registration Deadline Nov 1 | Election…
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In response to an inquiry from a community member, we are sharing a follow-up to our statement on the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case to clarify how the Supreme Court of the United States is setting up for future decisions regarding 14th amendment rights and what authority state…
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Recently, the Washington State Legislature enacted a new chapter of the Revised Code of Washington regarding domestic violence. The Revised Code of Washington chapter 7.105 brings new changes to the legal definition of domestic violence (DV) and simplifies the process for getting a DV protection order. This New Expanded Legal…
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Today, the Supreme Court of the United States released an opinion on the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. This decision overturns Roe v. Wade, the 1973 Supreme Court case that created safe and legal abortion access in the United States. At YWCA Spokane we stand with survivors and communities…
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