Week Without Violence

Week Without Violence is part of a global movement to end violence against women and girls with YWCAs across the country and around the world. At YWCA Northeast Kansas, we know that not all violence is acknowledged or responded to equally. That’s why we set aside the third week in October as a Week Without Violence, when we focus on ending gender-based violence, including domestic violence, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and harassment.

2024 Events: October 21-25

  • Clothesline Project

    Monday, October 21

    10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Join us in Holton at the Jackson County Courthouse or in Hiawatha at the Brown County Courthouse to view The Clothesline Project and show solidarity and support for victims and survivors of domestic violence. All are welcome to create a t-shirt for the cause, whether you have experienced abuse or you want to write encouraging messages to those who have.

  • Ichabods Speak Out against Domestic Violence

    Tuesday, October 22

    This is the annual Poetry Open Mic at Washburn University. Featuring Alexis Smith, 2024 Miss Kansas. Open to the public, refreshments provided.

    After the event, stick around to help decorate signs for the March & Rally!

  • Empowered Finances: Your Journey to Independence

    Wednesday, October 23

    12pm Lunch-hour workshop led by financial experts at Omni Circle. Free and open to the public. Registration required to reserve a lunch.

    Presenter: Bonnie Maize, CFP, Partner at Blazing Star Financial

  • Film Screening

    Thursday, Oct 24

    An exclusive showing of Three (Extra)ordinary Women followed by a guided discussion with Dr. Sharon Sullivan. This event will take place at the Stormont Vail Health Pozez Education Center. Free and open to the public.

  • Annual March & Rally

    Friday, October 25

    Meet us at the statehouse at 11:30 a.m. to speak out and speak up for survivors! Light lunch at YWCA Northeast Kansas after the rally. T-shirts provided while supplies last.

  • Window Painting and Sign Making

    Spreading messages of support for survivors throughout our service area!

Week Without Violence at YWCA Northeast Kansas is sponsored by:

Thank you to everyone who made our 2024 events successful!