Rebuilding from Ashes The decision to flee domestic violence is often complicated with a long list of other concerns. Transitioning back into independent housing is often difficult because of financial and other barriers survivors face. YW supportive housing programs provide case management services to help survivors maintain safe, affordable housing upon leaving shelter. As Mary*… Continue Reading Survivor Stories: A DVAM Series
In the U.S., 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. This epidemic crosses every racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic class and costs more than $8.3 billion each year in medical care, lost days of work, and mental health and social services, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. This October, YWCA… Continue Reading YWCA Dayton recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month with events, education
The Dayton Business Journal has named YWCA Dayton an Outstanding Diversity Organization (Small Category) as part of its 2020 Diversity in Business Awards. The awards recognize organizations that have contributed to harnessing diversity within their work forces and actively taking the lead to promote and champion the business case for diversity within the community or… Continue Reading YW receives Outstanding Diversity Organization, Regional Leader of the Year awards
More than 30 students from DECA High School spread out across downtown Dayton this week to Paint the Town Purple, a YWCA Dayton campaign to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Together, they installed more than 400 ribbons. In addition, several staff and volunteers ensured Preble County streets saw their own share of purple, tying on… Continue Reading Painting the towns purple
The stage is set for women to be a driving force in 2020. Ensuring access to the voting booth is an important part of YWCA’s commitment to eliminating racism and empowering women and is critical to ensuring a healthy, safe, empowered future for our communities. From helping domestic violence survivors vote safely to securing transportation… Continue Reading YWomen Vote initiative ensures all voices are heard