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Beyond Emergency Shelter: Domestic Violence Nonprofits Provide 24/7 Advocacy and Support Services
When people think about a domestic violence service center, they often picture an emergency shelter that provides abuse survivors with a safe place to stay. While shelter is a crucial service, many nonprofit domestic violence advocacy groups also offer a range of...
Ije Cares Foundation, led by young philanthropist Ijeoma Conley, commits support to CAWC
Two years ago, in a large gymnasium bustling with youth groups, families, and organizations from across Chicago, CAWC met an astonishing young woman commanding the room with her music and dreaming of changing the world. The young woman was Ijeoma Conley, and that day,...
Understanding How Black Women Have Shaped Domestic Violence Advocacy
Every March marks Women’s History Month, a time to reflect on the progress made toward gender equality and honor the women whose contributions have shaped it. Connecting this observance with Black History Month allows us to appreciate the vital role Black communities,...
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