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2024 DVAM Recap

11월 4, 2024 2024 DVAM Recap 댓글 닫힘

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,…

Recap | Pathways Forward: Realities of Reporting

10월 28, 2024 Recap | Pathways Forward: Realities of Reporting 댓글 닫힘

Re-watch the discussion on the realities of reporting domestic violence to law enforcement.

Barriers to Reporting DV

9월 30, 2024 Barriers to Reporting DV 댓글 닫힘

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.

Unquenchable Hope on Display

9월 12, 2024 Unquenchable Hope on Display 댓글 닫힘

Unquenchable Hope will be on display at YWCA Spokane throughout October as part of Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM). When: October 1st – 31st, 2024 | 8am – 8pm Where: YWCA Spokane, 930 N Monroe St, Spokane A Powerful Partnership Earlier this year, Cori Schuman, also known as The Tattooed Potter,…

2024 DVAM Action Kit

9월 10, 2024 2024 DVAM Action Kit 댓글 닫힘

Click here to edit the dot navigation module. This text is only for editing and will not appear after you publish the changes. About Courageous Conversation Witness Hope Free Training Increase Awareness Take Action with YWCA Spokane this October The month of October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Action…

Pathways Forward: Realities of Reporting

8월 26, 2024 Pathways Forward: Realities of Reporting 댓글 닫힘

Join YWCA Spokane and community advocates for a roundtable discussion on the realities of reporting domestic violence during Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM) this October.

DVAM 2023 – Recap

2023년 11월 1일 DVAM 2023 – Recap 댓글 닫힘

This Domestic Violence Action Month, over 700 community members engaged in education, outreach, and events with YWCA Spokane. We are so grateful for this community who joined us to raise awareness, inspire change, and support survivors. As October draws to a close, we want to express our deep appreciation for…

Recap | Pathways Forward: Digital Abuse & DV

10월 25, 2023 Recap | Pathways Forward: Digital Abuse & DV 댓글 닫힘

A discussion on how digital abuse impacts survivors of domestic violence and tips for prevention 2 min. read VIEW RECORDING On October 18th, as part of our Domestic Violence Action Month campaign, we held a Pathways Forward discussion on the tactics and impacts of digital abuse with Émilie St-Pierre (Future…

DVAM Action Kit

9월 1, 2023 DVAM Action Kit 댓글 닫힘

Take Action with YWCA Spokane this October The month of October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Action Month. During October, YWCA Spokane looks to increase awareness about the prevalence of domestic violence in our community, inspire action that is focused on creating lasting change, and encourage community-wide participation. We…

DVAM 2022 – Recap

11월 1, 2022 DVAM 2022 – Recap 댓글 닫힘

This Domestic Violence Action Month was an absolute success! Over 400 community members connected with YWCA Spokane through training, outreach, and events this October. Together, we raised awareness and took action towards change in our community. See a recap of our DVAM activities below! Impact View this post on Instagram A…

Recap | October Pathways Forward: Centering Survivors

10월 24, 2022 Recap | October Pathways Forward: Centering Survivors 댓글 닫힘

  Local experts join ywca spokane to discuss impacts to domestic violence survivors of current legislative changes (>1 minute read)   During this year’s Week Without Violence, YWCA Spokane was joined by Sarah Dixit, Public Affair Manager of Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington & North Idaho, and Gonzaga Law Professor…

DVAM 2021

2월 24, 2022 DVAM 2021 댓글 닫힘

Donate | Chalk Walk | YW Table Talk | Survive To Thrive | Pathways Forward | Business Call To Action October Is Nationally Recognized As Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM) During this national month of advocacy, join YWCA Spokane in our goals to:  Increase Awareness:  Paint Spokane Purple With A…

We Made an Impact: DVAM 2021

11월 5, 2021 We Made an Impact: DVAM 2021 댓글 닫힘

Your support during Domestic Violence Action Month helped us raise $34,890 towards our $50,000 goal! Although we didn’t quite reach our goal, we’re confident that with the help of the incredible Spokane community we’ll be able to close our 2021 funding gap before the end of this year, and you…

Last Chance To Support Survivors During DVAM!

10월 29, 2021 Last Chance To Support Survivors During DVAM! 댓글 닫힘

October is Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM) & YWCA Spokane Looks To Raise $50,000 by October 31st! Throughout the last several weeks, we have offered the Spokane community many ways to spread awareness and step into action during DVAM. In addition, we are looking to raise $50,000 in critical funds…

Pathways Forward: Domestic Violence In Spokane Recap

10월 28, 2021 Pathways Forward: Domestic Violence In Spokane Recap 댓글 닫힘

YWCA Spokane and Local Experts Chart Pathways Forward In A Talk About Domestic Violence in Spokane Thank you to everyone who joined us for YWCA Spokane’s Pathways Forward roundtable event. This year, YWCA Spokane launched our new Pathways Forward series to begin having progress-minded conversations as we enter the post-pandemic…

Makayla의 생존에서 번성으로의 여정

2021년 10월 20일 Makayla’s Journey Of Surviving to Thriving 댓글 닫힘

Makayla’s Story “Makayla” is a domestic violence survivor and YWCA Spokane client who wanted to share her healing journey with the community. Makayla’s story focuses on how she went from surviving to healing and ultimately thriving. Her parting advice reminds survivors that they are not alone and deserve to be…

Domestic Violence and The Business Community

10월 12, 2021 Domestic Violence and The Business Community 댓글 닫힘

Domestic Violence Is A Community Issue, Impacting The Lives Of Our Friends, Co-Workers, and Families Domestic violence doesn’t stay at home. It’s all around us, in school, in the grocery store, in the workplace. Chances are that people in your circle of friends, family, and co-workers has, is, or will…

2021 Chalk Walk | Photo Gallery

10월 8, 2021 2021 Chalk Walk | Photo Gallery 댓글 닫힘

Wednesday, October 6th, in partnership with Riverfront Spokane, our team at YWCA Spokane held a Chalk Walk event in the park downtown as our kickoff for Domestic Violence Action Month. During this national month of advocacy, join YWCA Spokane in our goals to Increase Awareness, Inspire Action and Raise $50,000…

Your Business Can Take Action This DVAM

9월 20, 2021 Your Business Can Take Action This DVAM 댓글 닫힘

DVAM | Donate | Chalk Walk | YW Table Talk | Survive To Thrive | Pathways Forward | Business Call To Action YWCA Spokane Invites Local Businesses To Shine A Light For Survivors During Domestic Violence Action Month (DVAM) Together, We Inspire Real & Lasting Change This October, for national…

From Survive To Thrive

9월 20, 2021 From Survive To Thrive 댓글 닫힘

Content developed by YWCA Spokane Domestic Violence Action Month Committee. From Survive To Thrive DV Educational Series Welcome! It is our goal at YWCA Spokane to help spread awareness and education about what Intimate Partner Domestic Violence is, how it impacts our community, and what we can do to create…