Sanctuary for Families

We are proud to share that last week, Sanctuary for Families was recognized by President Joe Biden at The White House during the commemoration of the 30th Anniversary of the Violence Against Women Act #VAWA. President Biden acknowledged the national leaders present for their “heroic efforts to empower those suffering in silence.” We are grateful for the leadership of our Chief Program Officer, Simone Monasebian, who was invited to meet with President Biden in the East Room. We also recognize the significant contributions of Sanctuary's Lindsey Song and Lesley Johannsen, who actively participated in the Department of Justice’s landmark conference on gender violence. This commemoration serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made and the urgent work that remains to be done. We thank President Biden for his leadership and recognition of our critical efforts to combat domestic abuse and all forms of #GenderViolence. Read more about the event in our latest blog: https://lnkd.in/grwRN3XR

Join us for a night of celebration, community, and inspiring stories at our Survivor Leadership Graduation Ceremony! We are honored to welcome Felicia Rosario as our special keynote speaker. Felicia is a passionate advocate, trauma-informed consultant, and survivor featured in Hulu’s Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah Lawrence. RSVP today: https://bit.ly/42bOngd

Join Sanctuary's Incarcerated Gender Violence Survivors Initiative (IGVSI) for a Fireside Chat with the Chairman of the Parole Board, Darryl C. Towns, facilitated by IGVSI co-founder Richard Rothman, on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM.   This event will be held live at Proskauer Rose LLP, located at Eleven Times Square, New York, NY 10036. We strongly encourage participants to attend the program in person. The program will also be livestreamed via Zoom.   RSVP here: https://bit.ly/igvsi-1224

This #GivingTuesday, join us in standing with survivors of gender-based violence 💜 Your donation today will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $75,000: https://lnkd.in/gdUFD3m2

"This is more than just a fair; it’s a celebration of resilience, strength, and the power of community. By supporting survivor-led businesses, you’re not only investing in quality services and products but also championing stories of survival, transformation, and hope." @tchicconsulting

Thank you to everyone who came along to support survivors at Sanctuary's first annual Survivor-Owned Small Business Fair last week. It's a privilege to get to work alongside such intelligent, strong and successful women. We're already looking forward to next year! #WeAreSanctuary

Join us this Tuesday and #StandWithSurvivors.

Dear Sanctuary Community, As we come to terms with the results of this election, we are reminded of the difficult path we walked before. During the first Trump presidency, the rights of women, people of color, LGBTQI+ individuals, asylum seekers, and undocumented immigrants were eroded. His policies placed immense burdens on the very people we serve at Sanctuary for Families, deepening the challenges survivors of gender-based violence and those seeking safety already faced. But through it all, we have stood strong. Sanctuary for Families remained a steadfast advocate during those challenging years, fighting tirelessly against xenophobic, misogynistic, and racist policies. Our commitment to protecting survivors and advocating for justice has never wavered, and it won’t now. This moment underscores how essential our work is. We are a lifeline for survivors, and we will continue to provide hope and support to those facing violence and uncertainty. Your support has been, and will continue to be, critical in ensuring that Sanctuary for Families remains a powerful force for change. If you share our commitment to justice, please consider donating today. Your contribution will help sustain our efforts to stand with survivors and protect their rights: https://lnkd.in/g4Pgyr7Z Together, we will meet the challenges ahead with courage and determination. In solidarity, Judy Kluger CEO, Sanctuary for Families #WeAreSanctuary

In New York, #Prop1 offers a chance to enshrine protections against government discrimination and ensure access to reproductive healthcare for all — especially survivors of gender-based violence. In our latest blog post, Sanctuary CEO Judy Kluger discusses why voting "YES" on Prop 1 is vital to protecting New York’s most vulnerable. Learn more about this critical amendment and its impact: https://lnkd.in/gMdrUU-h

At this year's #AboveAndBeyond Awards, Sanctuary for Families will honor a team from WilmerHale for their tireless, inspired, and compassionate representation of incarcerated survivors of gender-based violence. Join us at Above & Beyond on October 8 to celebrate the outstanding #ProBono work of WilmerHale Partner Susan Schroeder, Counsel Kyrie Graziosi, and Associate Meghan Wingert: https://lnkd.in/egT7Cmc