Domestic Violence
Domestic violence resources pair advocacy, legal help, and counseling with 24/7 hotlines and emergency shelters so survivors can reach safety, navigate the system, and rebuild toward long-term stability and healing.
News related to Domestic Violence
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State legislature update
The 2026 state legislative session is progressing quickly, with several significant bills under consideration that could affect tenants, ...
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Thank You Gates Foundation
The Refugee Women’s Alliance (ReWA) participated in the Gates Foundation’s Gender Identity Day of Service on February 2. This event broug...
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Keeping guns out of the hands of abusers
A significant ruling from Washington’s Court of Appeals has changed how trial courts handle gun surrender in domestic violence cases. The...
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Sexual assault survivors deserve care, safety and support — without fear
Sexual assault survivors deserve care, safety, and support without fear of deportation or family separation, according to KCSARC. The org...
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Los sobrevivientes de abuso sexual merecen cuidado, seguridad y apoyo, sin miedo
Survivors of sexual abuse deserve safety, healing, and justice. Recently, immigration enforcement agencies have increasingly used sexual ...
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Community Corner—Queen Anne Helpline
Queen Anne Helpline, founded in 1982, serves Seattle by providing financial assistance for rent and utilities, as well as access to cloth...
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TOOLKIT: Support Survivors of Sexual Violence (SB 6017)
Legislation SB 6017 has been introduced in Washington state to enhance protections for survivors of sexual violence. The bill, shaped by ...
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Breaking the Cycle
A family member’s sexual abuse left a profound impact on one individual, who kept the experience secret for years. As an adult, conversat...
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Saathi, IACS’s Companion in Crisis
Meghna’s story illustrates the hidden violence faced by many immigrant women, rooted in societal norms that dictate their behavior. Raise...
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Meet board member Tasha Murphy
Tasha Murphy, a senior research scientist at the University of Washington, emphasizes the link between emotional distress and physical pa...
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Creating love and warmth, 1,540 times over
On a gray Friday morning in Seattle, Solid Ground’s office buzzed with activity as staff and volunteers sorted and packed 1,540 handmade ...
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Veteran homelessness isn’t always visible
Veteran homelessness can be hidden and takes various forms, including frequent moves between friends’ homes, living in cars, or temporary...
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Grateful for your support
In this Thanksgiving season, gratitude is expressed for the support and partnership of the community in efforts to combat domestic abuse....
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This Giving Tuesday: Help BrightSpark Amplify Stories Like Chelon’s!
On this Giving Tuesday, BrightSpark encourages support to amplify impactful stories like that of Chelon. Chelon, a dedicated community me...
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Help Families Thrive!
Neighborhood House provides a comprehensive network of services to support families facing challenging situations. Recently, a preschool ...
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Finding Strength, Community, and Six Years of Sobriety
Nadine, a survivor of domestic violence, shares her story of resilience and recovery. After enduring years of physical and emotional abus...
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Nichole June Maher: Seven Years of Learning and a Vision for the Next 50 Years
President and CEO Nichole June Maher reflects on her seven years at Inatai Foundation and introduces a 50-year vision aimed at empowering...
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Councilmember Kettle secures funding for key District 7 and public safety priorities in 2026 budget
Councilmember Bob Kettle, chair of the Public Safety Committee, announced key public safety priorities included in Seattle’s 2026 budget,...
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Everybody Deserves to Feel Safe: How the City of Seattle is Investing in Collaborative Solutions to Community Safety
The City of Seattle is enhancing community safety through collaborative efforts that prioritize resident input and culturally responsive ...
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DAV applauds Congress & VA for full year appropriations and program reauthorizations
On November 12, Congress passed legislation to temporarily reopen the federal government, which includes full funding for the Department ...
Events for Domestic Violence
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Johnny Rockets - 20% of Sales
Join Johnny Rockets in Kent for a special event supporting the Domestic Abuse Women’s Network. From February 16 to February 22, 20% of sa...
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Social Services Community Connection
Join the Social Services Community Connection event on Feb. 24 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the South Park Neighborhood Center, located...