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Run for a Reason!
Once again, the Houston Area Women's Center has been selected as a 2012-2013 Houston Marathon Run For a Reason charity!
If you or a friend will be running the Marathon, please consider designating the Women's Center as your charity of choice.
Designating the Center is free and gives your friends and family a unique way to show their support for all of your training, effort, and commitment to the Marathon - all while supporting a good cause.
Early registration is now open! |
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Maria's Voice
 My first night at HAWC was the first time in over 6 months that I was able to lay my head down and actually close my eyes. During my duration at HAWC I was able to create a life-plan, filled with goals and ambitions which enabled me to give my children and myself a life to be proud of.
Before I left HAWC, I was given the opportunity to volunteer [at a local church] as an assistant for the preschool teachers. I was ecstatic during the summer of 2008 when I received a phone call offering me a paid position as a preschool teacher! I taught for three years, and just recently resigned so I can focus on my education. I am in my last year at the University of Houston and will graduate this month with a degree in education.
My many heartfelt acknowledgments go to the staff that helps abused women find a "place" in society. The biggest leap I took was walking out - not knowing where I was going, or how I would get there. My hope is that all women who suffer from abuse know that while the transition is difficult, the outcome is well worth the rough terrain and untraveled journey. Thank you, for all that you do. My abuse will always be a part of my past, but overcoming it is what led me to my future.
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Young Leaders Present an Independence Day Bash!
The Houston Area Women's Center Young Leaders will host a special Independence Day Celebration at the Saint Arnold Brewery on Monday, July 2 at 7 p.m. This celebration will feature open taps, a complimentary pint glass, food, raffle prizes, and performances by DJs Kim Bassinger and Travis Smith. Event goers will also have the opportunity to participate in a great silent auction, all benefitting the Houston Area Women's Center! Tickets are $25 at the door, but a special early bird price of $20 is available for those who purchase online at www.hawc.org/independenceday
All proceeds from the Houston Area Women's Center Young Leaders Independence Day Celebration will benefit Houston Area Women's Center (HAWC) to support their invaluable programs and services. To learn about the HAWC Young Leaders and RSVP for the Independence Day Bash, visit www.facebook.com/hawcyl
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In Honor of
Our 35th Anniversary, Houston Area Women's Center Proudly Presents:
Four Songs in the Key of Love
In honor of our 35th anniversary, the Houston Area Women's Center will present an engaging drama, Four Songs in the Key of Love at the Wortham Center of Performing Arts. Written, produced and directed by award-winning playwright, Thomas Meloncon, exclusively for the Women's Center, this play will address breast cancer, sexual assault, domestic violence and AIDS. This one night only performance will celebrate the beauty and meaning of womanhood, through dramatic monologues, modern dance, hypnotic songs from great entertainers and compelling original stories. Each riveting character will weave a story of their delicate walk from childhood to womanhood - facing domestic violence, sexual abuse, breast cancer, illicit love and finally triumph.
Join us on Saturday, at 7:30 p.m. for an entertaining evening, inspiring personal healing and community bonding. For ticket pricing, sponsorship opportunities and additional information, visit www.hawc.org
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CEO Chat with Rebecca
1. Does the Women's Center see an increase in clients seeking services during the summer?
2. What events does the Women's Center have coming up this summer?
3. Many companies have a matching gift program, what steps do employees need to take to make sure their gifts come to the Women's Center?
4. On average, how many children do you have living at the shelter? Are there activities planned for those children at the shelter during the summer months?
5. This year will mark your fifth year at the Women's Center. What have you learned now that you wish you had known before? |
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THE TEEN EFFECT:
The Dynamics of Teen Dating Violence
Come join the Houston Area Women's Center Trainers on July 21 from 8:30am-4pm to learn more about teen dating violence, how to prevent it and how to help others. This training is designed for both adults and youth and divided into two separate workshops: specifically for each age group.
The goal of this training is to raise individual awareness about teen dating violence, teach healthy relationship skills and prevent the devastating cycle of abuse. By working together we can highlight teen dating violence as a major issue in our communities and reinforce the need for prevention efforts!
To register please click the links below or download our registration forms:
Teen Effect Youth
Teen Effect Adult
Adult Form
Youth Form
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