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.
MORE WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
September 19th – Family Feud Fundraising Tournament
Frog Alley Brewing, 108 State St. Schenectady | Doors 5:30PM, Game 6:30 – 8:30PM
Gather your team of 4-5 and test your knowledge at Family Feud! All proceeds benefit YWCA NorthEastern NY’s domestic violence support services.
Register here!
September 28th – Strides for Strength, Walk to End Domestic Violence
Historic Island Park Stadium on SUNY SCCC Campus | 10AM – 1PM
Join us in striding together to raise awareness and support survivors as we kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. YWCA NorthEastern NY’s “Strides for Strength” invites you to step up and make a difference. Whether you walk, run, or donate, your participation helps support YWCA NENY’s vital and life-saving domestic violence support services.
Register here!
October 17th – Take Back the Night March
YWCA NorthEastern NY, 44 Washington Ave. Scehenctady | 5:30PM – 7PM
Grab a flashlight and a friend, make a sign, and join us for our annual march where we come together to center and uplift the fearless movers, innovative shakers, passionate trailblazers, and brave survivors 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.
October 29th – Power in Purpose – Empowerment Breakfast
The Edison Club, 891 Riverview Rd. Rexford | 9AM – 11AM
More info coming soon!
Help us raise awareness:
Share posts directly from YWCA NENY’s social media pages throughout the month of October and make sure you use the hashtags #ywcaneny, #WWV24, and #DVAM2024.
Support the cause:
Become a community supporter or sponsor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Make a donation or contact Lauren Trunko, Chief Development Officer, at 518.374.3394 x105 to find out more about how YOU can make a difference!