Approximately 200 people gathered at Seattle City Hall on Oct. 28 to commemorate Domestic Violence Awareness Month and honor survivors of gender-based violence, as well as service providers and advocates. Titled “Giving Flowers,” the event focused on cultivating healing and lifting up stories of resilience. It was hosted by the… [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle Human Services Department announced today the launch a Request for Proposals (RFP) process that will provide nearly $15 million to advance a connected continuum of prevention, intervention and restoration related to community safety. Selected providers will offer services to reduce gun violence, stabilize individuals and families,… [ Keep reading ]
Yleana Benitez (pronounced ee-leh-ana) has been working with HSD’s Mayor’s Office on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault for about 1 1/2 years. They write about being driven by a desire to make a broader, systems-level impact while still honoring the lived experiences of the people and providers we work with!… [ Keep reading ]
HSD’s Victim Support Team (VST) delivers services through two dynamic programs, providing short-term advocacy to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other violent crimes. VST advocates and volunteers address immediate safety concerns and offer connections to resources, working in close partnership with the Seattle Police Department and City of… [ Keep reading ]
Meredith Clark is a Victim Advocate with HSD’s Crime Survivor Services unit, where she has worked for two years. She writes about how she supports victims during one of the hardest moments of their lives, providing them with a shoulder to lean on, an understanding of what is going on… [ Keep reading ]
HSD is seeking a dedicated and trauma-informed Child Abuse Victim Advocate to join the Crime Survivor Services team, supporting children and families impacted by sexual and physical abuse. This role is essential in helping child survivors and their safe adults navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system — from… [ Keep reading ]
Community Corner highlights the work of Seattle Human Services’ community partners in their own words. Our goal is to gather stories and photos that illustrate their amazing work on behalf of the people of Seattle. This post was written by staff at Empowering Youth and Families Outreach. What is the… [ Keep reading ]
According to the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health, individuals in this community are more likely than the general population to report having poor mental and physical health. They may experience a greater risk of infections, chronic fatigue, and arthritis. A barrier to quality care is the fear of discrimination that can keep… [ Keep reading ]
Community Corner highlights the work of Seattle Human Services’ community partners in their own words. Our goal is to gather stories and photos that illustrate their amazing work on behalf of the people of Seattle. This post was written by Rekina Perry, Executive Director of the Organization for Prostitution Survivors…. [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle joins the nation in recognizing January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Established in 2010, this observance affirms our ongoing commitment to protecting the freedom and equality of all individuals and strengthens our efforts to root out human trafficking in all its forms. Human Trafficking is defined… [ Keep reading ]
