Houston Area Women's Center

HAWC is a proud member of The Network of Behavioral Health Providers. We are working together to improve?health equity for the greater?Houston Area.

Highlands Construction knows that a structure is only as strong as its foundation—each brick, beam, and nail support what stands above. Similarly, the Houston Area Women’s Center builds a foundation of safety, healing, and empowerment for survivors of violence. Together we are laying the groundwork for strong, safe, and healthy communities. Every dollar donated, every volunteer hour given, and every partnership establishes strength for survivors, helping them rebuild their lives on solid ground. Thank you, Highlands Construction for supporting and joining us in our mission to prevent violence, for ALL. ??

Houston, thank you for standing with us. Together, we’re saving lives.?? Domestic Violence Awareness isn’t just for October—it’s a daily mission. Your support helps us raise awareness, empower survivors, and work toward a future free from violence. ?? Visit our website for resources, ways to get involved, and to read our full article: 'Together, we’re making a difference.' https://lnkd.in/gfs5Zizj

Since 2007, Women of Wine Charities has raised $850,000 in support of the Houston Area Women's Center! They are Champions for our mission supporting survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and sex trafficking. ???? This week, in a room filled with enthusiastic and passionate women, WOW Charities presented HAWC leaders with their 2024 Champion Level Leadership Campaign contribution. It is an honor to stand?alongside?women who advocate for our mission while having fun and?making?a significant investment to support and empower survivors. Thank you Women of Wine Charities for your commitment to standing with survivors and creating a safer community for all.? #HoustonWomenofWine?#HoustonWOW?#HAWC?#HAWCTalk?#HoustonAreaWomensCenter?#LeadershipCampaign?#HoustonGives?#HoustonPhilanthropy?#HoustonEvents?#Fundraising?#TexasWine?#WOWCharities

Every person deserves to have their voice heard in a safe way on Election Day. Voter intimidation or interference in any form is illegal - know your rights and resources. Create a safe plan to vote. Your voice matters. ?? Vote when your abuser is busy. ?? Notify an election official if you are being intimated, harassed, or threatened. ?? Ask a friend or family member to support you. ?? Practice self-care before and after voting. ?? If you're concerned about your safety in your relationship, you aren't alone. Learn more about creating a safety plan – https://lnkd.in/gJFGEQiG #SafetyPlanning #Vote #VoteHouston #ElectionDay #SurvivorsSpeak #DomesticViolenceAwareness #KnowTheSigns #HoustonAreaWomensCenter #HAWC #IntimatePartnerViolence #EndDomesticViolence

Every person deserves to have their voice heard in a safe way on Election Day. Voter intimidation or interference in any form is illegal - know your rights and resources. Create a safe plan to vote. Your voice matters. ?? Vote when your abuser is busy. ?? Notify an election official if you are being intimated, harassed, or threatened. ?? Ask a friend or family member to support you. ?? Practice self-care before and after voting. ?? If you're concerned about your safety in your relationship, you aren't alone. Learn more about creating a safety plan – https://lnkd.in/gJFGEQiG #SafetyPlanning #Vote #VoteHouston #ElectionDay #SurvivorsSpeak #DomesticViolenceAwareness #KnowTheSigns #HoustonAreaWomensCenter #HAWC #IntimatePartnerViolence #EndDomesticViolence

No más violencia | No more violence ?? HAWC celebrated Dia De Los Muertos with our East End community partners and honored Harris County victims who lost their lives to violence in 2023. We carried signs with their names and honored their lives by placing them on our altar. For 5 years, we have honored victims of violence and participated in the Magnolia Park Dia De Los Muertos with East End Communities Collaborative. Domestic Violence and Intimate Partner Violence has no boundaries for age, social economic status, race/ethnicity, or sexual orientation. Help us spread the message about supporting survivors and working toward a world free from violence—because one life lost is too many. #EastEndCommunities#MagnoliaParkDiaDeLosMuertos #EastEndEvents #DiaDeLosMuertos #MagnoliaPark #CommunityEvent #NoMoreViolence #SurvivorsSpeak #EndDomesticViolence #DVAM #DomesticViolenceAwareness #HoustonAreaWomensCenter #HAWC #SafetyPlanning #IntimatePartnerViolence #OneSafePlace #ProtectPetsToo

On Monday, we celebrated a pledge of $500K from Harris County, led by Commissioner Rodney Ellis. This funding will help support the renovation of our Crisis Response Center. This reimagined space on our flagship campus will serve as a hub for our partners and provide 24/7 life-saving services to survivors. We need to raise $4.5M for this renovation and with the support of our community, we can continue to empower survivors and create a safer community for all of Houston and Harris County. We are proud to stand alongside community leaders Representative Al Green, Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Harris County Sheriff's Office, Houston Police Department, and the Harris County Housing and Community Development Department as we advocate for a?future where entire communities thrive free from violence. Photo Credit: Harris County Commissioner Pct 1 #YouAreNotAlone?#SurvivorsSpeak?#UntilItEnds?#EndDomesticViolence?#DVAM?#DomesticViolenceAwareness?#KnowTheSigns?#HoustonAreaWomensCenter?#HAWC?#SafetyPlanning?#IntimatePartnerViolence #OneSafePlace #ProtectPetsToo

Pets play an important role in our lives, providing a sense of safety, comfort, and companionship. Survivors who are pet owners looking to leave a dangerous relationship are often left with what feels like an impossible choice – leave with or without their pet. At HAWC, we create free, personalized Safety Plans for survivors, taking into account the individual details of your situation, including if you have a pet. ?? Join us in supporting survivors and their pets at www.hawc.org/donate Together with HAWC, organizations like Houston Pet Set and Crime Stoppers Of Houston are bringing light to the importance of this conversation around domestic violence and pet safety. Check out our team’s appearance on the Houston Pet Set podcast Conversations for the Animals, Episode 9. https://lnkd.in/g9VrWcMe #YouAreNotAlone #SurvivorsSpeak #UntilItEnds #EndDomesticViolence #DVAM #DomesticViolenceAwareness #KnowTheSigns #HoustonAreaWomensCenter #HAWC #SafetyPlanning #ProtectPetsToo #IntimatePartnerViolence

We are proud to have @VaishaliDEV as a Champion Level sponsor for this year’s Leadership Campaign! ?? Thank you for supporting our mission to build a future free of violence where healthy relationships and communities thrive. As an entrepreneur, Sally DEV recognizes the importance of utilizing your platform to impact lives and leave a positive legacy for future generations. Her daughters are the driving force behind her passion for making a difference. Be part of the Leadership Campaign to help continue our work in providing healing and transformation. ?? Visit the link in our bio or our website at https://lnkd.in/gC4hjqYi #Entrepreneurs #EndtheAbuse #HAWC #HAWCTalk #HoustonAreaWomensCenter #LeadershipCampaign #HoustonGives #HoustonPhilanthropy #HoustonEvents #Fundraising