April is Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month!
Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Reauthorization Signed By President Biden
"This bipartisan VAWA reauthorization includes groundbreaking provisions to strengthen and modernize the law, toward the goal of ensuring all victims are served and supported."
In the News
Guide to Healthy Relationships
"While we often drill into teens the scary stuff about dating and sex—what could go wrong, what not to do and the warning signs of abuse, which are all important to be sure—what many of these talks forgot to mention is what a healthy relationship looks like."
'Traumaversaries' can be hard. Here’s how 4 sexual assault survivors honor theirs.
"Commemorating the anniversary of trauma isn’t just symbolically meaningful; it can also be a tangible way to counteract what psychologists call anniversary reactions. Survivors may experience increased feelings of unease, guilt, shame, anger, anxiety and more around dates associated with trauma."
DC pilot program that gave thousands in one-time payment works, study finds
"Many of the recipients were Black, low-income and headed by women. The money came with no strings attached, said Mary Bogle, a lead researcher with the Urban Institute, which conducted the study.

Participants told researchers they experienced a slew of benefits from the payout."
Drive-Thru Deeds │ Fridays 11-1
Deliver urgently needed supplies for clients
Swing by our office on Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to drop off items, or purchase items from our Amazon wish list and ship them directly to our offices.

Our most urgent needs this week:
  • Bathroom Disinfecting Spray
  • Dawn Dish Soap
  • Kitchen Sponges
  • Trash Bags

Thank you for your support!
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