As an anti-violence organization, we recognize that the loss caused by abuse will not be restored, and the pain will not go away easily, but the promise of healing and a safe community for all remains our anchor and motivation today. Tomorrow, April 30th is the deadline to order Doorways' Mother's Day e-cards! Order Now The Promise of Healing and a Safe Community for All A Message from Doorways' President and CEO on Racial Justice While our country has taken a firm step towards healing and accountability on the Derek Chauvin trial, we recognize that our work is far from done. Our sense of relief is brief and countered by other tragic occurrences, including the deaths of 16-year-old Ma’Khia Bryant, 13-year-old Adam Toledo, and 20-year-old Daunte Wright. Doorways joins many local, regional, and national leaders and organizations in this journey towards hope and meaningful change, witnessing and actively working to dismantle the pervasive systems of oppression that affect the lives of many of our clients, staff, and supporters. As an anti-violence organization, we recognize that the loss caused by abuse will not be restored, and the pain will not go away easily, but the promise of healing and a safe community for all remains our anchor and motivation today. Our commitment to peace and justice continues as we work towards creating pathways out of homelessness, domestic violence, and sexual assault, leading to safe, stable, and empowered lives. Mother's Day E-Cards Doorways will send your loved ones a personalized e-card with your custom message to wish them a Happy Mother's Day and let them know you made a gift to Doorways in their honor. We can accept orders through Monday, May 3rd. Preview the design and place your order now! Order Now Celebrating Doorways Volunteers Helpful. Impactful. Inclusive. Empowering. Caring. These are the words volunteers use to describe Doorways. Not surprisingly (to us, at least), these are the same words we use to describe them. Volunteers are an absolutely critical part of the Doorways team; indeed, Doorways is our people, and our people are Doorways. For National Volunteer Appreciation Week, we shared the stories of several Doorways volunteers to highlight their service. We hope you enjoy this glimpse behind the scenes courtesy of the kind and generous folks who volunteer their time in support of our clients. Read Doorways Volunteers' Stories Interested in volunteering with Doorways? Visit www.doorwaysva.org/volunteer to learn more, and please contact us at [email protected] with any questions. SAAPM Today at Noon! Project PEACE 2021 SAAPM Series: Faces of Disclosure With consideration of culture and race, this session will explore why it may be difficult to disclose, motivations for disclosure, who survivors often choose to disclose their experiences to, and trauma-informed approaches to responding. Register Now Special thanks to the following partners for sponsoring Doorways during SAAPM! SAAPM Safe Spaces Sponsor Saint Katherine Ladies Philoptochos Society Interested in sponsoring a future awareness month? Please contact Jami Fancher at [email protected]. SAAPM Champions SAAPM Awareness Allies Angelee Oh, LMT In the News In the wake of COVID-19, many are experiencing escalating domestic abuse. Here's How to Help a Loved One "What survivors need most is someone who will believe them and listen to them," said Linley Beckbridge, Doorways' Communications and Outreach Director. Read More in Women's Health Magazine Drive-Thru Deeds Swing by our office on Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to drop off these items: Size 5 Diapers Dr. Brown's Natural Flow Options+ Anti-Colic Baby Bottles (8 ounce) Sippy Cups Disinfecting Wipes For donation drop-off instructions, please contact Joy Myers at [email protected] or (703) 504-9290. Thank you for keeping our shelters stocked with critical supplies! Do you need support? Do you know someone else who might? Call Doorways to speak with an advocate any time. 24-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Hotline: 703-237-0881 ‌ ‌ ‌ Doorways | P.O. Box 100185, Arlington, VA 22210 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!