W.O.M.A.N., Inc. News - February 2016
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One of the things we are doing to honor Black History Month is celebrating some of many Black folks that have impacted us and highlighting their contributions. In addition to that, we will be regularly posting on our media outlets on how we can be active participants in the anti-racism movement. We want to highlight the importance of intersectional feminism and discuss ways in which we can be better allies. Feel free to visit our social media pages & join us in the discussion!
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Another Success for Our Holiday Adopt A Family Program
We understand that the holiday season can be somewhat of a stressful time especially if there’s some financial instability. That is why each year during the holiday season, our agency participates in its Adopt a Family program, where individuals and local businesses can make a donation, gifts or gift cards, for our participants and their families. We always encourage folks to donate gift cards so that participants can have the opportunity to pick something for themselves or their children but that does not mean that we do not welcome gifts!

Just like past years, this year was another success!! The Adopt a Family program received over $1,000 in the form of gift cards, and some amazing gifts as well that ranged from: droids, books, make-up, scarves, baby toys, etc. The Adopt a Family program always brings smiles to our participants who are struggling in so many different levels.  One participant said that she “is always thankful during the holiday season for this program because she is able to give her sons christmas gifts and that always brings a smile to her face.”

W.O.M.A.N. Inc.; would like to give a huge THANK YOU to everyone who has made Adopt a Family possible. A very special thank you to Cole Hardware for their consistent support & for collecting Adopt a Family donations at their stores this year. Because of all your kind donations, you were able to give survivors of domestic violence and their families some added joy this holiday season.

~ Adilia Preciado, Echando Pa’lante Coordinator
W.O.M.A.N., Inc. at #SurvivedAndPunished
In November, we were honored to be one of several awesome agencies co-sponsoring #SurvivedandPunished: A Radical Coalition to End the Criminalization of Survivors.This 4 hour event held at UC Berkeley was organized by California Coalition for Women Prisoners, Free Marissa Now, Stand With Nan-Hui, and Center For Race & Gender, UC Berkeley. Attended by advocates and passionate community members alike, #SurvivedandPunished featured a film, panel and discussion on the criminalization of domestic and sexual violence survivors.

Many thanks to the organizers, speakers, co-sponsors and participants that made this event possible. It was a phenomenal experience.

Read more about the event at our blog.
Donor Spotlight: Tamar Gonsalves
W.O.M.A.N., Inc. supports those impacted by violence using an innovative approach to services and programs that build stronger, safer communities. Please make a donation today and join our community of supporters who impact changes in the lives of survivors of all communities.   
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DROP-IN SUPPORT: 

The Fog building at 333 Valencia st., where W.O.M.A.N., Inc.’s office is located, is currently under construction and will continue to be through the Fall and Winter 2016.  We wanted you to know that our operations will still continue and will be slightly adjusted due to the times when the noise level is high.
 
Effective October 5, our new temporary drop-in support hours will be as follows:
 
Wednesdays: 2p-3:30p (therapy consults and drop-in support in English/Spanish)
 
Fridays: 2p-3:30p (drop-in support in English/Spanish)  
 
​Know that the front of the building looks as though it is completely boarded up but the front door is still accessible.  Unfortunately, though, the elevator is unreliable as it’s not always working but we will try to be as accommodating as much as we can.​
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We apologize for any inconvenience! Thank you for understanding!​
Rate Us on Great Non-Profits!
1) How did you first learn about W.O.M.A.N., Inc.? 
Years ago my good friend Simi Grewal began actively working with the organization and became a member of the board. Because of her active involvement with the organization I learned a good amount about the organization.
2) Please tell us about your fundraising efforts for W.O.M.A.N., Inc.
One evening in conversation Simi mentioned to me that October was Domestic Violence Awareness month. After some discussion I mentioned that perhaps we could raise money using my business. Chloe + Isabel is a jewelry and lifestyle brand out of New York and I am a merchandiser.
As a merchandiser, I bring my jewelry to businesses, home parties, and individual styling sessions. Simi as not only a friend but a happy Chloe + Isabel customer loved the idea and so we started to plan. By creating an online campaign through Facebook and utilizing all orders that were placed through my boutique had a portion donated toward W.O.M.A.N., Inc. It really is as simple as that.

You can check out my boutique at www.candibytamar.com.  I love giving back from my business and hope to continue doing so with WOMAN, Inc.
     

3) What inspired you to support W.O.M.A.N., Inc’s anti-violence efforts?
 I love that it is an organization that supports women. I love that it is local to the bay area.  I trust that it is an honest organization and that my efforts are truly making a difference in the lives of women and children that are victims of domestic violence.4) What is the impact you hope for your support to have on the community?
I love that my money is going to help women in so many ways.  I hope that there are many women I can help that otherwise may not have had the help.

5) Can you share a fun fact about yourself?
I’m obsessed with traveling and can’t wait until I can start actively doing so again. I’m planning a long trip to Italy for my 40th birthday.


Read about more of our lovely donors at the W.O.M.A.N., Inc. blog:
Participate in Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
W.O.M.A.N., Inc. is excited to announce some new funders and projects!
Hybrid Domestic Violence Training

Thank you to The Joseph and Vera Long Foundation and Sidney Stern Memorial Trust who recently made a contribution to support our hybrid training project!

Thanks to their generous support, W.O.M.A.N., Inc. training participants will benefit from online learning modules designed to meet the diverse needs of adult learning. This offline training will enrich our time together, and allow for learning activities, group conversation and building relationships within our training groups. Scheduled to launch in late-Spring, 2016, our hybrid training will speak to better use of capacity and offer ease when collaborating with our community partners.

The Carl Gellert and Celia Berta Gellert Foundation

Thank you to The Carl Gellert and Celia Berta Foundation for supporting our domestic violence services. A first time funder of our work, The Carl Gellert and Celia Berta Foundation are supporting us as we support survivors of domestic violence, their family and their freinds. Funds will be allocated to our support line, drop in services and our Latina Program. Thank you, Carl Gellert and Celia Berta Gellert Foundation for bolstering our services with your grant!

Echando Pa’Lante
Our Echando Pa’Lante program received a boost in funding, enabling us to train five of our past program participants to become domestic violence advocates. Echando Pa’Lante (Moving Forward) members are Latina immigrants who have survived domestic violence. These leaders will be trained to provide outreach, provide counseling, and facilitate support groups. This work was made possible in part by Blue Shield Against Violence Foundation.
Read more at the W.O.M.A.N., Inc. Blog...
 
Volunteer Highlight: Christina Bulman
1) When did you first get involved with W.O.M.A.N., Inc.?
I first got involved with W. O.M.A.N. Inc. in February 2014 through the DV training program. 

2) What inspired you to do anti-violence work?
I had friends that worked with W.O.M.A.N. Inc. who told me about the great work that they do to help survivors of domestic violence.  The more that I learned, the more I wanted to get involved.

3) What kind of opportunities have you been involved with here?
I have been volunteering for shifts on the 24 hour crisis line, and I have recently started to help facilitate support groups.  Some of the calls can be tough, as many callers are at a difficult point in their lives, but it is also incredibly rewarding to hear survivors’ strength and hope for the future.

4) How has your involvement impacted your life?
Before volunteering with W.O.M.A.N. Inc. I did not know much about domestic violence.  Through W.O.M.A.N. Inc. I have learned more about the intricacies of domestic violence, and how wider social injustices such as sexism and racism allow violence to persist in communities.  I hope that my involvement with W.O.M.A.N. Inc. has made me a more socially conscious and compassionate person.  It has also been empowering to be part of an organization that supports so many people in the community.  Sometimes domestic violence and other social injustices can seem like overwhelming, unsolvable problems, but knowing that there are people like the W.O.M.A.N. Inc staff and volunteers working to support survivors and create change gives me a lot of hope.

5) What pieces of wisdom would you share with new volunteers or community members who are interested in supporting W.O.M.A.N., Inc.?
My experience with W.O.M.A.N. Inc. has been wonderful so far, and I would encourage anyone who is interested in supporting W.O.M.A.N. Inc to get involved in any way that they can. I think one major piece of wisdom that I’ve gained through my experience is the realization that even though I will always have room for improvement in my interactions with clients, just doing my best to provide support and be present with clients can go a long way.
W.O.M.A.N., Inc. Wish List
These items can help W.O.M.A.N., Inc. support survivors of domestic violence in a holistic and relevant manner.

Please follow this link to see our our full Amazon wish list.

In addition, W.O.M.A.N., Inc.’s administrative office is in need of the following items: Small rolling luggage case for laptop, Digital camera with video, Room/Cubicle Dividers, Laptops, Used cell phones with batteries (no chargers, please!) If you (or your organization) are able to support our work through a donation of any of the above items, please contact Jill Zawisza, Executive Director, at (415) 864-4777 x306.
 
February 12 - 13: Vagina Monologues at The Strand Theater, Benefiting W.O.M.A.N., Inc. 

March 23: Supporting Survivors Workshop, SF Public Library 

April 20: Healthy Relationships Workshop, SF Public Library 
 
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