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DVAM 2022
National Domestic Violence Awareness month begins in October. We hope this year's campaign will help to spread more awareness, more resources, and more opportunities to advocate for those who are impacted by domestic violence and its intersections.
“Memphis Women Matter” supports Walking into A New Life
We were honored as the charity of choice to support yesterday for the Memphis Women Matter event at...
Assistance available for survivors of domestic violence
We are in a season where acts of domestic violence are typically high. Additional stress, isolation, and basic needs insecurities are further compounded by Covid19 related restrictions and seclusion. Fortunately, we have received tangible resources from funders,...
Covid-19 Emergency Assistance Grants
In the last 2 quarters of 2020, we were awarded two (2) COVID-19 Community Emergency Assistance grants, thanks to the generosity and support of SisterReach. These grants provided us with $5,000 in gift cards for our Flex Spending Gift Card program for recipients to...
WIANL Receives 2020 Nation of Neighbors℠ Grant
Congratulations to 2020 Nation of Neighbors℠ recipient Joyce Kyles! Joyce founded Walking Into A New Life, Inc back in 2010 when, following her transition out of an abusive marriage, she became aware of the gaps in support available for women looking for a fresh...
Mother of 5 Killed in DV Situation
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis Police said domestic violence has claimed another woman’s life. Police responded to the shooting early Tuesday morning in South Memphis and said the victim knew the suspect. To watch the entire news story, watch the newscast here:...
Domestic Violence Rises During Pandemic
The Shelby County Crime Commission announced a sharp increase in domestic violence aggravated assaults during the months of May, June, and July. The entire article was written by Matthew Harris with The Memphis Flyer. You can read it here:...
Family, friends and co-workers of pregnant woman shot in Cordova honor her memory during prayer vigil
Thursday, authorities booked Kevin McKinney into jail who is now charged with two counts of first degree murder. The rain cleared out Friday just in time for a prayer vigil to honor Keierra’s memory and her unborn baby Blu. A rainbow appeared...
National Nonprofit Day
Today is National Nonprofit Day! We appreciate every single person who has supported our efforts to bring awareness and advocacy to a cause we care so much about. Domestic violence impacts more than just a victim and abuser. It affects their families, their friends,...
Domestic Violence Happens to Men Too
This is a great article which focuses on the types of abuse that men often face, but is not often discussed. Men need to be believed and deserve support as well. Here's the full article with the photo credit belonging to the article's publisher. We are only sharing:...