February Newsletter: We Are All Worthy of Healthy Relationships
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The BeaLine (YouTube video)
Bea Black, CEO
February is an exciting time here at the WCA! The first of this month saw the rollout of our brand new website as well as the start of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. We have a very special section on our new website called the Prevention HUB, and it is specifically designed to provide tools and resources for our youth as well as anyone who is working with youth. This includes parents, teachers and friends – please check it out! This year’s TDVAM theme is “Know Your Worth,” and it is almost as if they took a page out of our teens’ book. Please join us this month, and learn more about what is going on with the younger folks in your life. Check out our Prevention HUB, and see what you can do to help our young people create a healthy environment.
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please call our 24-hour hotline: 208.343.7025 or call loveisrespect.org 1.866.331.9474. |
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Compassion Project: Education is Key
Becca Maguire, Outreach Speciailist
At The WCA, we believe that education is key to breaking the cycle of domestic abuse and sexual assault in our community. Over the past few months, we have been working hard to get important resources and information out to you.
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The Prevention Perspective: Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
Tracy Darling-DeMarcus, Prevention Program Manager
February is recognized nationally as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM). Unfortunately, abuse in relationships among teens is all too common. Each year, millions of teens experience violence by dating partners
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Teen Dating Violence Q&A with Ailis and Cody
Cody Hafer, Prevention Program Specialist
February marks the annual observance of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), where we join with young people all over the country to raise awareness about teen dating violence, and focus on advocacy and education to prevent dating abuse before it starts.
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Philanthropy Files: The Importance of a Community Network
Laura Honn, Philanthropy Manager
Building a strong community network has been at the heart of what we do. We are so grateful for all of our dedicated and loyal supporters, who have helped us get through the challenges of 2020.
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Impacts of Violence on Women of Color
Maya Renee, Client Advocate
While writing this piece I felt my heart, mind and emotions go several different ways. I suppose it’s simply because it’s truly a struggle to condense the multiple deep-rooted factors that impact the message of this article in just a few paragraphs…
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Children and Healthy Relationships
Emina Delic, Childcare Manager
Healthy relationships like all other subjects come in many forms. There are familial, platonic and romantic relationships all around us. They are first seen in our family circles. As children get older that circle expands with each developmental stage.
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#KnowYourWorth Call for Content
 This February during Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month (TDVAM), the WCA Youth REPs are hosting a call for content. We are specifically looking for visual art content created by teens for teens that we can use throughout the year on our social media platforms to share resources, spread awareness, and advocate for dating violence prevention. We want content that is unique, fun, and engaging – think outside the box, lean into TikTok trends, be bold and original! We really hope you’ll consider creating and submitting content. Please click on the link below for all the guidelines, as well as information on how to submit.
Click here for the #KnowYourWorth call for content guidelines!
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Staff Spotlight: Spring Interns
Come meet our FABULOUS Spring Interns!
Welcome Corrin, Jess, Maddie, Tessa, and Kendra! We are so excited to have you working with our Communications, Outreach and Philanthropy teams!
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Supporting Our Clients
Our community is constantly giving back and supporting our clients on their journey to safety, healing and freedom. Especially during these times, our work is only possible through the support of our community.
We would like to highlight just a few special cases that have happened recently.
Click here to read about the amazing support we have received!
There are simply too many companies, families and individuals to list. Check out our Facebook page for more fun photos and stories!
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Corporate Pillar Spotlight: Saint Alphonsus Health System
One Corporate Pillar that amazes us is Saint Alphonsus Health System.
Saint Alphonsus is there 24/7 serving the vulnerable and underserved. They save lives. Through collaboration with nurses, physicians, social workers, and others in the clinical environment, Saint Alphonsus provides a vital resource to free patients of domestic abuse and sexual assault situations.
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Shareable Content
Black Women Struggle More With Domestic Violence
When Your Teen is Dating an Abuser
Nagel Foundation Grant 2020
Poster Print-outs Available
Another way we reach vulnerable people is through posters that can be displayed in public bathrooms. We recently heard from Albertson’s corporate offices that they have these posters displayed in their women’s and men’s restrooms to reach people who may need our services.
Click here for a link to print posters if you know of somewhere that could benefit!
Listen to the first epsiode of The Prevention Perspective Podcast! |
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Upcoming Events
Live at Lunch!
When: Every Monday at Noon
Where: WCA Facebook (Live)
Bea Informed
When:
February 17: 5-6 pm
March 17: 11:30 am- 12:30 pm
Click here to sign up for Bea Informed
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Virtual “If These Walls Could Talk” Tour
When:
February 16: 5:15-6:15 pm
March 8: 5-6 pm
March 24: 12-1 pm
Click here to sign up for “If These Walls Could Talk” Virtual Tour
#KnowYourWorth Virtual Youth REP Event
When:
February 26 from 5-6pm
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Wish List
Donations are being accepted both via our Amazon Wish List and at our 720 W Washington location at our 8th Street entrance (please ring the doorbell at top of ramp) at the following times:
- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from Noon – 4 pm
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