Applications accepted through March 21, 2025 Are you a new or newer executive or program director (on the job for up to 3 years) of a community-based domestic violence organization?… The post New Directors Leadership Institute – Apply Now! appeared first on Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV ..read more

February is a month of love—a time to celebrate relationships, community, and care. It’s also a time to honor Black history and the leaders who have shaped movements for justice… The post February: A Month for Love, Justice, and Action appeared first on Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV ..read more

OLYMPIA, January 27– Advocates from every corner of Washington State are urging legislators to take bold action to stabilize critical services for victims of crime. Without immediate and sustained funding,… The post Advocates Across Washington Call on Legislators to Stabilize Crime Victim Services Amid Funding Crisis  appeared first on Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV ..read more

We want you! The WSCADV Board of Directors is looking for community members and folks from our member programs to run for election to our board. We are seeking nominees who can bring skills and experience in community activism—including on race equity, economic justice, gender and reproductive liberation— and/or finance, fundraising, or nonprofit board experience. In keeping with our priorities to ensure board diversity, we especially encourage Native people, people of color, LBGTQ, people from other historically marginalized communities, survivors of abuse as well as Eastern WA and ..read more

The Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV) is grateful for the Supreme Court’s recent ruling in the U.S. v. Rahimi case, which upholds the federal statute prohibiting individuals subject to domestic violence protection orders from possessing firearms. Survivors of domestic violence and their children deserve common-sense protections from abusive people with deadly weapons. This landmark 8-1 decision is a significant victory for the safety and well-being of survivors across Washington State and the nation. “We are incredibly heartened by the Supreme Court’s ruling,” said ..read more

The Seattle Mariners will host a Refuse To Abuse® Game Day for Domestic Violence Prevention on Sunday, June 16th at T-Mobile Park, marking 28 years of partnership with the Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV). This year’s event invites supporters to enjoy a Seattle Mariners Game together and takes place on Father’s Day. “Everyone can play a role to prevent domestic violence,” said Ward Urion, Strategic Prevention Strategist at WSCADV. “Fathers make a big impact when they model integrity and respect in relationships and we’re grateful for all the fathers out there who ..read more

June is the season for celebrating pride, queer love, and being our true selves. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Two-Spirit folks have always been leaders in movements against violence and towards freedom for everyone. LGBTQ+ visibility is at an all-time high in the US, but while pride celebrations fill the streets this month, many communities are also experiencing fear and uncertainty in the wake of rising anti-LGBTQ+ legislation across the country. In 2023 alone, over 520 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were introduced in state legislatures, increasing stigma and eroding legal protections. LGBTQ ..read more

Come join our great staff team! WSCADV is hiring for an Operations & Administrative Specialist. This position will focus on providing basic IT support to staff and implementation of technology solutions, logistical support for membership training webinars, and back-end support for fund development functions and our membership renewal process. This is an internal office support position. It is a great job for someone who enjoys organizing data; logistics and timelines; working on IT functions and trouble-shooting routine tech problems; supporting co-workers and teams, and doing vital back ..read more

April 29 begins the 2024 Week of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives. Every May 5 and for the first week of May, we remember the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR) and commit to action. Tribal member programs and Native advocates and survivors are leading the way, honoring relatives, and working for change. This year, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center has a schedule of events for taking action every day: Schedule of Events Monday, April 29 Wear Red. Wear red today in honor of MMIWR. Share your photo online wi ..read more

“Liberated relationships are one of the ways we actually create abundant justice, the understand that there is enough attention, care, resource, and connection for all of us to access belonging, to be in our dignity, and to be safe in community.” adrienne maree brown As April comes to a close, here at WSCADV we’re reflecting on Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) and all the ways that advocates are showing up for violence prevention in their communities. This year’s #SAAPM theme, Building Connected Communities, reminds us that strong networks of support set the stage for sa ..read more