Young Womens Christian Assoc

Legal: the legal advocacy services program safety-planning, advocacy, court accompaniment and support navigating the civil and criminal justice system to 2,244 victims of domestiv violence. A mobile crisis response was implemented for hospitalized victims after an incident. Bilingual/bicultural advocacy is available for immigrant and non-english speaking victims.

Community education & outreach: ywca kitsap countys 30-hour domestic violence victim services training provided prevention education and promoted awareness. The ywca implemented a training targeting the faith-based community, first responders and business in how to recognize, respond and refer victims of domestic violence

Workfirst - the workfirst program provided advocacy to dshs recipients to address and overcome barriers to employment related to domestic violence. Volunteer 452 volunteers provided 8,511 hours of board, fundraising, administrative, outreach, childcare and advocacy support. The ywca entered into a partnership with l&i to provide individuals with new skills for the workforce.

Other program expenses: transitional housing, bainbridge north kitsap, children, rental property