YWCA Enters 10th 'Week Without Violence'
The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) kicked off ''The YWCA Week Without Violence'' on Oct. 16, bringing attention to the countless cases of relationship abuse that many women suffer from.
The Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) kicked off “The YWCA Week Without Violence” on Oct. 16, bringing attention to the countless cases of relationship abuse that many women suffer from.
With the theme "Stop Relationship Abuse," this year’s YWCA Week Without Violence marks the 10th anniversary of the program and sheds light on the female victims of violence who suffer everyday. YWs across the nation will host activities to promote awareness and stir participation to stem the violence.
Statistics have revealed a drop in domestic violence and sexual assaults over the last 10 years, according to the YWCA. However, such cases still exist and the consequences can last a lifetime.
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According to a YWCA report, an estimated 5.3 million cases of domestic violence occur among U.S. women ages 18 and older each year, resulting in nearly 2 million injuries.
The Week Without Violence calls for support to help educate the public about the violence against women and its impact on the community.
Earlier this year, the 147-year-old organization established a media partnership with such networks as Viacom's MTV and BET to convey the mission message of eliminating racism and empowering women.
Since 1995, YWCA instigated groups across the U.S. and 30 countries around the world to create programs and activities to raise awareness of nonviolent alternatives.
As the oldest international women's organization in the world, the YWCA represents approximately 2 million women, girls and their families in the United States and 25 million women worldwide.
