Hays-Caldwell Women's Center, serving victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault & child abuse in Hays & Caldwell counties. 1-800-700-HCWC
At HCWC, we want to be defined by the things we care about most: supporting each other, showing compassion, and creating spaces where everyone feels respected. ✨That's our vibe. ✨
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#Consent#Boundaries#SelfCompassion#SupportSurvivors
Self‑compassion isn’t always easy, but music can remind you to slow down, breathe, and offer yourself the same kindness you’d give someone you love. ✨ Want to hear more about music? Listen to our podcast Outspoken.
#SelfCompassion#HealingThroughMusic#SelfKindness
HCWC offices will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 25th.
Our advocates are available 24/7. If you need help or resources, please call HCWC's 24-Hr HELPline at 512-396-4357 (HELP).
Your mind is your garden. You choose what gets to grow. 🌱✨
Grow self-kindness
Grow patience
Grow mindfulness
Grow self-care
Grow self-compassion
What are you growing in your garden?
#MentalHealth#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth#SelfCompassion
Catcalling is not a compliment and doesn’t feel harmless to the person experiencing it.
These behaviors minimize boundaries, normalize harassment, and disregard consent.
Public spaces should feel accessible and respectful for all. Learn more: https://t.co/5sfemtirO3
May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
Add to your mental health toolkit by making a grounding kit to help with feeling more calm and getting to a more manageable state when feeling anxious, nervous, angry, or dysregulated✨
#MentalHealthAwarenessMonth#Grounding
🚨When people do not have financial stability, leaving harmful situations becomes harder. Unequal pay, limited advancement, and workplace discrimination can increase dependence on unsafe environments at work, at home, or in relationships.
#SafeWorkplaces#ViolencePrevention
Speak Up, Help Out - Change Starts With All Of Us! Help our community build a safer future together 🤝 Click the link in our bio or linktree for your voice to be heard 📢 In English & Spanish #YourVoiceMatters#EmpoweringSurvivorsTogether#CommunitySafety
Join Kiara and Ely as they interview Brandon, who has worked at HCWC for over a decade. Brandon’s joining us for an episode about Men in the Movement to end sexual violence in our community.
🎧 Listen now at https://t.co/312AXWail9 and anywhere you listen to podcasts.
Widespread media coverage around stories where celebrities have been accused of violating others has shaped the ways our society understands abuse and survivorship. Often, survivors are dismissed, not believed, or even face backlash. Read more about it at https://t.co/8lrfaTtIkq
On Wednesday, April 29th, we wear jeans with a purpose. Denim Day is a stand against victim-blaming and a commitment to believing survivors. Protecting our future means standing up today. Learn more at https://t.co/U8jvzflRrU
#EndVictimBlaming#DenimDay#EmpowerSurvivors
Artificial Intelligence has quickly infiltrated our everyday lives... adults and youth are turning to AI for more complex, emotional tasks such as emotional support, relationship guidance, conflict resolution, and more.
Read more at https://t.co/kqvHVne7Wg
#mentalhealth#youth
Hays Caldwell Womens Center shared the first in a five-week series focused on raising awareness of sexual assault and child abuse.
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Read at: https://t.co/awt4E97IMl
MAYORAL PROCLAMATIONS AT CITY COUNCIL TONIGHT
Thank you to @MayorLeeUrbanovsky and City Council for issuing a proclamation recognizing April as Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month as well as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. @HCWCenter
Part three of a five-week series focusing on raising awareness of sexual assault and child abuse from the Hays-Caldwell Women's Center.
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Read at: https://t.co/9w9lQZdDyI
When we care for ourselves, we care for each other. Caring for yourself strengthens your voice. Caring for each other strengthens our community.
#SAAM#EmpowerSurvivors#ListenBelieveSupport
If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, trust your instincts. You don’t need proof; you need to take action.
To report suspected abuse or neglect in Texas, call the Texas Abuse Hotline at 1-800-252-5400 or visit https://t.co/czX57RjyFR.
#BelieveKids#ProtectKids