Deaf DAWN in DC

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.
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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].

Our office will be closed this Monday for Memorial Day If you experience a crisis, please contact: The Deaf Hotline Advo...
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”

Image Description:
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 Memorial Day.” At the bottom, “We will return to the office hours on Tuesday, May 26th 2026.”

Our office will be closed tomorrow (Friday) for Employee Wellness Day. If you experience a crisis, please contact: The D...
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”

Image Description:
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.

VD: Graphic with a blue background and a beige paper-style center. ‘Our website will be undergoing maintenance over the weekend to improve our services for you. Reopening on May 4th, 2026.’ Decorative blue scribbles appear at the top and bottom

This month is about more than awareness… it is about action.Too many Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing, and DeafPlus indi...
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.

Thank you so much, Kramer Wealth Managers, for your generous support of Deaf DAWN in DC. We truly appreciate you showing...
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.

DAWN Early closure and will return to regular office hours on April 20thIf you experience a crisis or abuse, please cont...
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

Image description:
a light gray background and thick dark blue border. At the top center is the DAWN logo in bold lowercase letters, dark navy on the left fading into bright blue on the right. Beneath the logo, dark blue text “Early Closure.” Below that, dark blue text “April 17th, 2026 1pm-5pm” In the lower left area, smaller text, “We will return to our office hours on April 20th 2026.”

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month coming up in April, we invite you to join us to learn about planting, growth,...
03/23/2026

In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month coming up in April, we invite you to join us to learn about planting, growth, and self-care with Clara!

Registration link: https://airtable.com/appewmGJjludJAd3p/shrEEksQ6oxjfpDGo

Sign up by April 11

Visit Clara’s website at www.clarasgreenhouse.com or follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for more about her work

Image description:
A flyer with a soft light gray background and decorative green tropical leaves framing the corners and edges. At the top, the title “Bloom & Heal” appears in large, bold, stylized teal-green lettering with a slightly curved, artistic font. Beneath the title, smaller black text reads, “Join us for a morning of planting, growth, and self-care with Clara.” In the center are two circular images placed side by side: on the left is a photo of a smiling woman standing outdoors in front of lush green plants, wearing a bright floral top with vivid pink, yellow, blue, and green colors; on the right is a soft, illustrated image of a woman holding small green potted plants, drawn in gentle tones of green, yellow, and black. Below the images is the text “CLARA’S green house,” with “CLARA’S” in larger serif-style lettering and “green house” in smaller, lighter text underneath. A teal-blue rounded rectangle contains contrasting white and dark text that reads, “Limited seating (20 spots) Register now | Link in bio Deadline: April 10th.” Below that, smaller black text states “Light refreshments will be provided.” The lower section lists event details in smaller black text: “Saturday April 18th | 10am - 12pm | Spaces NoMa (Patio) 1140 3rd St NE Washington DC.” At the very bottom is a dark blue “dawn” logo and a note in small text asking people to email [email protected] for accommodations.

DAWN visited MSSD to provide community education in honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. 💜Students learned abo...
03/05/2026

DAWN visited MSSD to provide community education in honor of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. 💜
Students learned about the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships, with support from BSW and MSSD interns. The session included meaningful conversations and engaging activities that encouraged awareness and learning. Image description is in each comment.

Address

1201 Seven Locks Road
Rockville, MD
20854

Opening Hours

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

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