WRC’S COVID-19 Update
In light of recent developments and concerns of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, WRC is taking several precautionary measures to reduce risk to WRC clients, staff, and community members of...
View ArticleWomen in Higher Education — Start Planning Your Educational Goals Today!
In honor of Women’s History Month in March, WRC has partnered with the team at BestColleges.com to empower and inspire women to take the leap of achieving higher education. With future generations of...
View ArticleSpaghetti and Support from our Local Community During COVID-19
June Western, longtime supporter and ally of Women’s Resource Center (WRC), and Fratelli’s Italian Kitchen have come together to provide meals for families living in WRC’s transitional house during the...
View ArticleMental Health Awareness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This month is about raising awareness on the importance of mental health and stopping the shame and stigma surrounding mental health illnesses. Mental health...
View ArticlePride and Black Lives Matter
Pride and Black Lives Matter This June marked the 50th anniversary of annual LGBTQ+ Pride traditions. The first Pride march in New York City was held on June 28, 1970 on the one-year anniversary...
View ArticleRecognizing and Celebrating International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Recognizing and Celebrating International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples This August 9th we celebrate International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. On this day, many of us take a step...
View ArticleIntimate Partner Violence During COVID-19
Back in March of 2020 when COVID-19 cases surged, stay-at-home orders were put in place, schools closed, workers were furloughed, laid off, or told to work from home, and personal movement became...
View ArticleTeen Dating Violence
Teen Dating Violence Few parents realize the alarming statistics around dating violence and abuse among teenagers. One in Three high school students will experience physical or sexual violence...
View ArticleA Brief History of the Activism of Women in the Anti-Rape Movement
In honor of Women’s History month, WRC would like to highlight the historical foundation of grassroots activism by a multitude of women led groups and organizations in the continual fight to combat...
View ArticleSexual Assault Awareness Month
Sexual Assault Awareness April is recognized as Sexual Assault Awareness Month which presents an opportunity to educate people and raise awareness about sexual assault and it’s impact on victims....
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