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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm

Deaf DAWN in DC

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Deaf DAWN in DC

Mission:
DAWN's mission is to promote healthy relationships and end abuse in the Deaf community of the Washington DC area.

We do this in

No one has to do everything... Everyone has to do something! Ending Violence by Emerging as a Safer Deaf Community. DAWN Services include:

1) Community Education:
DAWN conducts workshops and trainings to different organizations in the DC Metro Area annually. If you are interested in having DAWN present to your organization or class, please contact [email protected].

2) Survivor

Support Services:
* Advocacy (peer, legal, medical and system advocacy)
* Survivor Support Services (case management, resources & referrals, counseling & support group)

3) Network Advocate Program:
Trained hotline Volunteers who provide support, information and resources to callers who contact DAWN's hotline: [email protected].

06/18/2026

DAWN’s office will be closed tomorrow in observance of Juneteenth, and we’ll resume our regular office hours on Monday, June 22nd.

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06/02/2026

Something powerful is on the way. 💙

On June 8, 2026, Deaf Survivor Services (DSS) will officially launch - a nationwide direct services program providing virtual support in American Sign Language (ASL) for Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, and Hard of Hearing survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, dating violence, and stalking.

DSS is rooted in accessibility, empowerment, and survivor-centered care - ensuring survivors can access support in their language and communication needs, wherever they are.

Stay tuned for updates, resources, and ways to connect.

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05/22/2026

Our office will be closed this Monday for Memorial Day

If you experience a crisis, please contact:

The Deaf Hotline Advocates
www.the deaf hotline.org
(202-812-1002)

D.C. Sage/Victims Hotline (call/text (1-844-443-5732)

Chat Online
CHAT.victimsofcrime.org/dvictim

House of Ruth, Maryland
24-hour hotline
(410-889-7884)

Medical Emergency, call 911”

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05/14/2026

Our office will be closed tomorrow (Friday) for Employee Wellness Day.

If you experience a crisis, please contact:

The Deaf Hotline Advocates
www.the deaf hotline.org
(202-812-1002)

D.C. Sage/Victims Hotline (call/text (1-844-443-5732)

Chat Online
CHAT.victimsofcrime.org/dvictim

House of Ruth, Maryland
24-hour hotline
(410-889-7884)

Medical Emergency, call 911”

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A light blue background features a white square box in the center. At the top of the box is the DAWN logo. Below the logo, it states: “Office Closed employee wellness day.” At the bottom, “We will return to the office hours on Monday, May 18th 2026.”

05/06/2026

It’s finally happening!

We’ve been working behind the scenes…
and DAWN just got a glow up

Our NEW website is LIVE! 💻🎉
Come see what’s new

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05/01/2026

Our website is under maintenance and will return on May 4th 2026. Thank you for your patience.

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04/22/2026

This month is about more than awareness… it is about action.

Too many Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing, and DeafPlus individuals are experiencing harm while facing barriers to being heard and supported.

At DAWN, we are committed to changing that through accessible support, advocacy, and resources.

Learn. Share. Support. Speak up.

If you or someone you know needs support, reach out—we are here.

04/22/2026

Thank you so much, Kramer Wealth Managers, for your generous support of Deaf DAWN in DC. We truly appreciate you showing up for our community. Your support helps us continue walking alongside survivors in their healing journeys.

04/17/2026

DAWN Early closure and will return to regular office hours on April 20th

If you experience a crisis or abuse, please contact

Deaf Hotline 24/7:
855.812.1001

Suicide/Emotional Support 24/7:
Text or VP 988

DC SAFE Victim Hotline:
1.844.443.5732

House of Ruth Crisis Hotline (Maryland):
410.889.7884

Network for Victim Recovery of DC:
202.742.1727

Medical Emergency:
Call 911

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1201 Seven Locks Road
Rockville, MD
20854

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.deafdawn.org/

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