YWCA Monterey County

06/19/2026

DV is real. DV doesn't discriminate. It is a systematic issue. We are here to help.

Within a single 10-day span, San Jose has been rocked by three severe domestic violence incidents, leaving two women dead and a third surviving an attempted murder.

06/12/2026

⚽️ Extra time, not extra pressure. 💭🧡

🎉 is a call to action during this year’s FIFA World Cup games 🗣️

When it comes to consent, taking extra time to think, communicate,
and decide what feels safe and comfortable is one powerful way to help
prevent ✋🏼 sexual violence in our communities.

The YWCA Monterey County Survivor Empowerment Services
24/7 Crisis Support Hotline is here for everyone. 📞💙
Call: 831.372.6300

Set Free Monterey Bay
Call: 831.204.1334

MCRCC
Call: 831.375.4357

Whether you’re experiencing a crisis or simply need someone to listen
and support you, we’re here to:
🧡 Listen.
🩵 Believe.
🧡 Support.

05/27/2026

Spending a few days in AZ deepening my understanding of the YWCA and the impact of our collective efforts! - Jessica (CEO)

05/27/2026

05/19/2026

05/15/2026

Last week, we had the opportunity to join agencies from across the state at the Capitol to advocate for survivors of violent crimes during Advocacy Day. This was a first-time experience for our team, and we were honored to stand alongside more than 200 advocates supporting critical VOCA funding. It was an inspiring and meaningful day.

A special thank you to YWCA of the Mid-Peninsula DAF for providing a grant that made this experience possible.

We also want to thank Assemblymember Dawn Addis and Senator John Laird for taking the time to meet with us and hear about the impactful work being done in our community and why these funds are so critical for agencies serving survivors.

Together, we continue to advocate for safety, healing, and support for all survivors.

05/12/2026

Domestic violence is a systemic and community issue. No one is immune from it.

05/10/2026

Wishing all the mother's a Happy Mother's day! Hope you all have an extra amazing day!

05/06/2026

250+ survivors and advocates from across California rallied at the Capitol, telling legislators, “The time is now to fund services.”

Check out our Policy Advocacy Day Press Release to read about the speakers, including legislators Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo and Senator Susan Rubio, survivor Jazz Ledbetter, and community partner Perla Flores Community Solutions, calling for State leaders to back survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking, and more by funding crime victim services
➡️ https://loom.ly/Tbyh2Pg