Safe House is baby's first home
A child is born. An innocent, precious being at the beginning of her journey through life. Her name is Gabriella and her first home is YWCA’s confidential Safe House shelter.
The singular voice of domestic violence
Over the past year, the #MeToo movement has transformed our culture, and in many ways has expanded beyond sexual assault and harassment to become a movement which empowers women.
A success story
While recovering in the hospital following the birth of her youngest, Wendy’s sister and mother gave her YWCA’s 24/7 crisis hotline number and insisted she call.
Not just a lunch box
A lunchbox made this little girl feel like she is like the other kids at school. She is no longer the girl who gets “free lunch” …
Mental health in schools and DV
Further research and data only confirm what teachers and school counselors already know: despite the fact that the violence happens at home, its impact resonates in the classroom.
Another palette for the colors of fall
The purple ribbon pays tribute to the victims of domestic violence, much as soldiers are awarded the Purple Heart for bravery in another kind of battle.
When pink and purple feel familiar
By contrast, the purple ribbon pays tribute to the victims of domestic violence, much as soldiers are awarded the Purple Heart for bravery in another kind of battle.