In average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. Each year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Domestic violence occurs across every culture, race, religion, and socio-economic status.
YWCA NorthEastern NY is the area’s leader in domestic violence services and operator of the only domestic violence shelter in Schenectady County. We offer a 24-hour hotline, safe shelter, counseling, advocacy, groups, case management, children’s services, and post-shelter services to those who experience domestic violence.
During the month of October, we offer additional events to raise awareness and support for domestic violence. We would love for you to take in fighting back against injustice by joining us at one of our events.
This event is free and open to the public! A Birthday Party was chosen to illustrate the intersection of identity, culture, and the preservation of cultural norms while addressing dominant culture's effects on tradition. YWCA NENY hopes that participants walk away with a perspective that enhances their cultural lens and antagonizes monolithic thought. The goal is to provide a multidimensional lens to a global perspective that allows for thought-provoking conversation and leads to true allyship. Tickets can be reserved here.
Take Back the Night
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2022
YWCA 44 Washington Ave. Schenectady | 5:30pm
Wear purple, make a sign, and bring your flashlight and a friend! Join us as we center and uplift the fearless movers, innovative shakers, passionate trailblazers, and bold inspirations in our community who are working tirelessly to organize voices, disrupt systems, and eliminate barriers around the issue of domestic violence to ensure our community is a safe and supportive space for survivors.
Our CEO, Kim Siciliano, and Board President, Nikita Hardy will kick off the night promptly at 5:30.
Wear Purple Day
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2022
Wear purple for domestic violence awareness! Gather your friends, family, and coworkers together to get a picture of all your purple and tag YWCA on Instagram at @ywca_neny or on Facebook at YWCA NorthEastern NY. Use the hashtags #DVAM and #EndDomesticViolence to show your support worldwide!
Party with a Purpose
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2022
Frog Alley Brewing | 5-8pm
YWCA NENY and 518 Brews are teaming up for a special happy hour with Josh and Kevin (of local favorite band 2096) at Frog Alley to raise money for YWCA NENY’s domestic violence programs. This will wrap up YWCA’s National 2022 Week Without Violence where we are all challenged to imagine a world with no violence. Stop by to share some pints with a purpose with your Schenectady YWCA and their friends from 518 Brews and enjoy the musical wonders and two of our biggest allies, Josh and Kevin! All proceeds raised will directly benefit survivors of domestic violence who look to YWCA NENY for support.
Additional events will be added through the month of October. Visit our website or Facebookpage for all the latest info orcontact uswith any questions.
Thanks to an anonymous donor, ALL donations up to $3,500 will be matched for
Domestic Violence Awareness Month!
YWCA NENY provides 24-hour domestic violence services free of charge to those who need them. This is only possible through the support we receive from our sponsors and individual donors. Please consider making a donation to support domestic violence survivors.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, National Depression Education & Awareness Month, Emotional Wellness Month, Head Start Awareness Month, LGBTQ+ History Month, and Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 2nd - International Day of Non-Violence
October 4th - Yom Kippur
October 6th - A Birthday Party Screening & Panel Discussion
