By Rosario Hernandez | Donor Relations Manager
At WRC, our activities to eliminate violence against women and children encompass a range of activities by promoting mental health, legal education, and community empowerment. Here’s a summary of the last four months:
1. Wellness Center Services: The center provides a safe space for emotional support, mental health care, and stress relief. It offers counseling and referral services to individuals facing various challenges, including legal and food support, effectively addressing immediate needs and fostering a sense of community.
2. Counseling and Referral Services: The project successfully assisted 65 clients through counseling and directed them to necessary resources, such as legal assistance and hygiene supplies. By addressing these fundamental needs, the project helps to alleviate the stressors that can lead to domestic violence.
3. Parent Support Group Meetings: These meetings engaged 55 parents, predominantly women, and focused on enhancing self-awareness, skills, and strategies to prevent domestic violence. Key outcomes included increased capacity to protect against violence, better family support, improved communication, and emotional well-being, all of which empower parents to create safe home environments.
4. Men Coffee Talk: This initiative involved 27 men and aimed to improve their understanding of gender roles and enhance communication within families. By addressing stress and promoting positive behavior changes, these discussions empower men to take active roles in fostering respectful and nurturing family dynamics, thereby mitigating factors that contribute to violence.
5. Round Table Discussions on Divorce: This educational forum allowed 17 participants to gain insights into the legal processes surrounding divorce and domestic violence. By enhancing their legal knowledge, attendees are better equipped to navigate conflicts and advocate for themselves and their children, contributing to a community-wide understanding of rights and resources.
Through counseling, education, and community engagement, WRC, with your help, has created an environment where healthy, respectful relationships can thrive, thereby contributing to the reduction of violence in the long term.
By Rosario Hernandez | Donor Relations Manager
By Rosario Hernandez | Donor Relations Manager
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