ywca of richmond
The YWCA has provided a support system for women in the Richmond area since 1887. Originally founded to house women coming from rural areas to the city for factory work, the YWCA continues its mission of caring for those most in need and providing equal opportunities for women, children, and families of all ages, races, and income levels.
what is domestic violence?
Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behaviors used by one individual intended to exert power and control over another individual in the context of an intimate or family relationship.
what is sexual violence?
A behavior is sexually violent if consent has not been given. Consent is not just permission,
but permission that is intelligently and freely given. This means that if someone is being threatened
or intimidated, under the influence of drugs or alcohol, or is underage, that person cannot
consent to sexual activity.