What is Sexual Assault: Tips for Understanding, Addressing, and Healing
Dr. Liz Pinkerton, an OB/GYN and former sexual assault and domestic violence crisis hotline volunteer, shares insights on sexual assault and the
Published 04.15.2024 @ 9:11 pm
Denim Day is April 26
Please join VPFW in supporting victims of sexual assault and the James House Shelter by wearing denim and donating on Denim Day,
Published 04.25.2023 @ 3:23 pm
What Richmond Families Should Know About Human Trafficking (and how to help prevent it!)
VPFW employee Regina Harris, who is on the speaker team at Richmond Justice Initiative, answers questions about human trafficking in greater Richmond
Published 07.29.2021 @ 12:25 am
How Gynecologists Can Provide Support For Sexual Assault Survivors
Dr. Kristen Lawson discusses the immediate and longer-term resources and treatments that victims of sexual assault can find at their OB/GYN office.
Published 04.22.2021 @ 5:02 pm
Show You Care: Personal Care Item Drive For Victims Of Domestic Violence
Donate personal care items at any VPFW office through March 1 VPFW knows that safety and personal care are important for women’s
Published 01.27.2021 @ 1:58 pm
Why It Takes Women 7 Attempts To Leave An Abusive Relationship – And How You Can Help
“On average, it takes a woman 7 attempts to leave an abusive relationship for good.” Jane Clayborne, director of community relations at
Published 11.03.2019 @ 7:28 am
My Friend, Mikie
Dr. Cara Hartle and her friend Danni share the tragic story of a loved one lost to domestic violence in hopes of
Published 05.28.2019 @ 10:50 am