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Upcoming Events
Feb. 1-28
Feb. 14
Feb. 14, 15, 16
March 2
April 19th
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Race Against Violence
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 Click here to learn more. Teen victims of dating violence are more likely to abuse drugs, have eating disorders, and attempt suicide.
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THANK YOU to all the
Young Leaders and those who came out to the Karbach Brewery to raise funds & awareness for the Race Against Violence!
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Join our One Billion Rising on V-Day 
One in three women on the planet is raped or beaten in her lifetime. On Feb. 14th, join staff, friends and supporters at the Houston Area Women's Center (1010 Waugh Dr.) from 12pm-1pm as we demand an end to sexual and domestic violence worldwide. We'll be playing "Break the Chain" and encourage everyone to walk out, dance, rise up and demand an end to domestic and sexual violence.
That is ONE BILLION WOMEN violated -- daughters, mothers, grandmothers, sisters, lovers and friends. The One Billion Rising campaign invites all women and those who love them to walk out, dance, rise up and demand an end to violence against women this V-day. Please share with friends and volunteers and join us on V-Day at the Houston Area Women's Center to illustrate our love and passion for this cause. For more information visit here. |
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Rugby Comes to Houston
New and longtime rugby fans gathered at BBVA Compass Stadium on Feb. 1 and 2 for the International Rugby Board (IRB) Women's Sevens World Series. The two-day series featured 12 internat ional teams competing in a sport that is growing around the world and here in Houston. The event partnered with the Houston Area Women's Center and $1 from each ticket sold benefitted the Center's clients. The partnership is a great illustration of empowering women through sports, education and community outreach. In the final game, England bested hosts USA 29-12. "The home crowd was amazing for us and they definitely inspired us as well," said USA team captain Vanesha McGee. The Houston Area Women's Center thanks all those who supported the hometown team, the event and the Center. We also want to thank the Women's Sevens team who came out to visit the children at the shelter and play rugby with them a few days before their big tournament. The kids had an amazing time and enjoyed their company! |
Register NOW for the Race Against Violence! Join over 2,500 runners, walkers, supporters, and survivors on Saturday, March 2nd for the 25th Annual Race Against Violence! Events include a competitive 5K run, walk, kids fun run, and family festival. $500 cash prizes as well as $50 Luke's Locker gift certificates will be awarded to overall winners and overall Masters, female and male. Special awards will be presented to the top three females and males in each age category. Kids K participants receive medals. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER |
Vote for Houston Area Women's Center at OKRA Charity Bar!
We're excited to announce that we've been chosen by OKRA Charity Bar as one of four charities this month to support! Come on out to OKRA (924 Congress, Houston, TX 77002) and cast your vote for the Houston Area Women's Center during February! 100% of the bar's proceeds will be donated to the charity with the most votes! For more information, visithere.
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Spring Gala to
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Tony Award Winner Christine Ebersole
Two-time Tony Award winning actress Christine Ebersole will perform her cabaret-style concert at the Houston Area women's Center 2013 Spring Gala. The event is April 19 at the Omni Riverway Hotel in Houston and includes cocktails, an auction, dinner and the show. The Women's Center will recognize the work of Houston civic leader Andrea White and Memorial Hermann. For complete details, visit here.
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