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Barriers to Reporting DV

Sep 30, 2024 Comments Off on Barriers to Reporting DV

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.

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Unquenchable Hope on Display

Sep 12, 2024 Comments Off on Unquenchable Hope on Display

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,…

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2024 DVAM Action Kit

Sep 10, 2024 Comments Off on 2024 DVAM Action Kit

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…

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Pathways Forward: Realities of Reporting

Aug 26, 2024 Comments Off on Pathways Forward: Realities of Reporting

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.

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DVAM 2023 – Recap

Nov 1, 2023 Comments Off on DVAM 2023 – Recap

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…

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Recap | Pathways Forward: Digital Abuse & DV

Oct 25, 2023 Comments Off on Recap | Pathways Forward: Digital Abuse & DV

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…

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DVAM Action Kit

Sep 1, 2023 Comments Off on DVAM Action Kit

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…

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DVAM 2022 – Recap

Nov 1, 2022 Comments Off on DVAM 2022 – Recap

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…

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Recap | October Pathways Forward: Centering Survivors

Oct 24, 2022 Comments Off on Recap | October Pathways Forward: Centering Survivors

  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…

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DVAM 2021

Feb 24, 2022 Comments Off on DVAM 2021

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…

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We Made an Impact: DVAM 2021

Nov 5, 2021 Comments Off on We Made an Impact: DVAM 2021

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…

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Last Chance To Support Survivors During DVAM!

Oct 29, 2021 Comments Off on Last Chance To Support Survivors During DVAM!

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…

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Pathways Forward: Domestic Violence In Spokane Recap

Oct 28, 2021 Comments Off on Pathways Forward: Domestic Violence In Spokane Recap

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…

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Makayla’s Journey Of Surviving to Thriving

Oct 20, 2021 Comments Off on Makayla’s Journey Of Surviving to Thriving

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…

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Domestic Violence and The Business Community

Oct 12, 2021 Comments Off on Domestic Violence and The Business Community

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…

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2021 Chalk Walk | Photo Gallery

Oct 8, 2021 Comments Off on 2021 Chalk Walk | Photo Gallery

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…

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Your Business Can Take Action This DVAM

Sep 20, 2021 Comments Off on Your Business Can Take Action This DVAM

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…

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From Survive To Thrive

Sep 20, 2021 Comments Off on From Survive To Thrive

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…

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Intersectionality

Sep 20, 2021 Comments Off on Intersectionality

Content developed by YWCA Spokane Domestic Violence Action Month Committee. An Educational Series About Intimate Partner Domestic Violence To prepare you for success while taking our From Survive To Thrive educational series, we would like to talk about intersectionality and other definitions that will help provide you with a foundation…

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Physiological Needs

Sep 20, 2021 Comments Off on Physiological Needs

Content developed by YWCA Spokane Domestic Violence Action Month Committee. YWCA Spokane’s From Survive to Thrive Educational Series We will be exploring the importance of meeting the most basic human needs, physiological needs, during the process of healing from intimate partner domestic violence. DV Education Series: | Intersectionality | Physiological | Safety…

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