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YWCA’s across the country have long promoted the mantra, “Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women.” True to the mission of eradicating the root causes of sexual and domestic violence, this organization recognizes the intersections of oppression and uses

Advocates often wonder about how to reach and provide culturally relevant services to meet the needs of diverse communities of color.

The summer months bring exciting opportunities for celebrating and reaching out to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) communities. During the month of June, many communities host Pride Events, Festivals and Parades as a space for activism around sexual and gender equality.

In the month of motherhood celebration, thousands of mothers and mothers-to-be across the country will spend Mother’s Day in a domestic violence shelter. The initiatives described in this TAQ are intended as a source of inspiration for advocates in planning their own activities.

The 2012 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) Campaign centers on the theme of healthy sexuality, letting everyone know “It’s time…to talk about it.” Healthy sexuality means having the knowledge and power to express sexuality in ways that enrich our lives (

As veterans return from war zones in greater numbers, the NRCDV has seen an increase in requests from advocates who struggle to address the added complications that wartime experiences can bring to intimate relationships. Coming across the emotional journey of veteran Scott Ostrom through a striking