YWCA Kaua‘i Is On A Mission
In addition to being guided by our mission, the work of YWCA Kauaʻi is instructed by 3 main themes: empowering women and girls, centering racial and social justice and advancing the safety, healing, and wellbeing of all people.
YWCA is the primary provider of domestic violence and sexual assault services on Kauaʻi. We intervene with violence through a multifaceted, holistic approach, including programming in the following areas: crisis intervention, family violence shelter, clinical services, offender services, prevention education & community outreach, and racial & social justice advocacy.
We remain rooted in rich history, but our approach to serving our clients is holistic, strategic and innovative.
Our Programs
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Hotline, Webchat & Text Support
Our hotline is prepared to answer a variety of questions about your options, safety, and how to access our domestic violence and sexual assault services.
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Crisis Intervention & Advocacy
Hotline, web chat, and text support; survivor advocacy; temporary restraining order assistance.
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Family Violence Shelter
A shelter for survivors and their children seeking refuge from violence.
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Therapy and Support Groups
Trauma-informed, culturally-responsive individual and group therapy.
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Offender Services
Treatment and education for perpetrators of domestic violence and sexual assault.
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Wiwoʻole Housing
A bridge housing program for the survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
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Prevention Education & Community Outreach
Violence prevention education for preschool to university students and community organizations.
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Racial & Social Justice
YWCA Kaua’i is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.