Best wishes, Grace!
Grace Huang is leaving WSCADV to continue fighting for survivors at the Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence.
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.
The 2016 Legislative Session is Underway!
The 2016 Legislative Session began today in Washington. This year’s session is a short one, only 60 days, and WSCADV will be monitoring budget discussions and items that affect domestic violence…
2016 Domestic Violence Advocacy Day
Learn about current bills and budget issues, get tips and tools on how to advocate effectively, meet your legislators, and advocate on behalf of survivors of domestic violence!
Let’s come together and make a big impact for survivors of domestic violence!
Federal Policy Advocacy
The Washington State Coalition Against Domestic Violence (WSCADV) is the leading voice to end domestic violence in Washington State. We improve how communities respond to domestic violence and are working…
The American Bar Association recognizes our public policy coordinator Grace Huang
Our public policy coordinator, Grace Huang, received the American Bar Association Commission on Domestic & Sexual Violence 20/20 Vision Award!
2015 Legislative Session Wrap-up
The 2015 legislative session is finally wrapping up! Over the past week, the legislature has come to an agreement on a 2015-2017 biennium budget, and a few important bills have…
State budget passed
Good news! Law makers announced an agreement for a 2015-2017 operating budget. We will not be experiencing a government shutdown and state contracts will not be suspended. Get more details…
We need a state budget – take action now!
If the Washington State Legislature fails to pass a budget by midnight Tuesday, state funding for critical services will be suspended beginning July 1. Negotiations are underway and the Senate…
State Legislative Advocacy
We advocate for positive changes that improve Washington State’s response to domestic violence and increase survivors’ options for safety and independence. We do this through tracking bills, lobbying in Olympia,…
2015 Legislative Session Summary
This report summarizes the bills impacting survivors of abuse during the 2015 Washington State legislative session.