Take Action for Access to Protection Orders
Home is not a safe place for everyone. COVID-19 “stay home” orders have isolated people experiencing domestic violence and sexual assault, resulting in many having fewer options for safety and…
Public Policy
Our public policy advocacy includes working for improved laws, helping our members communicate with their legislators, and educating our communities on changes in state and federal law that impact survivors of abuse. Learn more about the Public Policy project.
2020 Legislative Session Summary
This report summarizes the bills impacting survivors of abuse during the 2020 Washington State legislative session.
2020 Legislative Wins!
The 2020 Washington legislative session is over! The Legislature adjourned yesterday, bringing a close to this year’s session. Despite working under very tight time constraints and a mounting public health…
Take Action Now for Survivors of Human Trafficking & Abuse!
We need your help right now to get one of our priority bills over the finish line! Please take a quick moment to email your representatives in the House and…
Legislative Update: Almost to the Finish Line!
There are just 9 days left until the regular session ends on March 12th. For the rest of this week, the House and Senate will be on the floor considering…
Take Action for Affordable Housing!
No one should have to choose between staying with an abusive partner or becoming homeless. Domestic violence is a leading cause of homelessness for women and children. We have the…
Join Our Team! We are Hiring for Two Positions
WSCADV is hiring for two full-time positions in our Seattle office: Public Policy Coordinator or Director (depending on skills/experience) – Public Public Policy Job Description & Application Instructions Program Coordinator:…
Which Bills Have Moved On: Legislative Update Post Cutoff
February 19th was the cutoff for bills to be approved in their “house of origin” (the house in which the bill was introduced). Three of WSCADV’s priority bills cleared that…
Take Action for Prevention Today!
One of our priority bills needs your support to keep moving through the legislative process. Take action today! Comprehensive sexual & relationship health education: Support domestic violence prevention by expanding access…
Legislative Session Update – Halfway Through!
The first 30 days of session were a whirlwind, but thanks to all of you—our incredible community of advocates, survivors, and supporters—we have many wins to report. Domestic Violence Virtual…