Downtown Women's Center

Read full article: ocregister.com, by Antonia Kitto, April 27, 2026

When Ms. Kat first came to the Downtown Women's Center, she told us:⁠ ⁠ "They didn't push me. They gave me directions...everything I needed to do, they assisted me with it. That was the best thing ever...the Downtown Women's Center in my life at that time became everything to me - became a friend, some place, somebody I could have to talk to. It really means a lot."⁠ ⁠ This Mental Health Awareness Month, we are reminded that no one should have to navigate healing from trauma alone.⁠ ⁠ At DWC's Trauma Recovery Center, nobody has to.⁠ ⁠ Last year alone, DWC clinicians provided more than 2,400 mental health sessions, showing up for women and survivors through crisis, everyday challenges, and moments of real life-changing transformation.⁠ ⁠ Yet, the resources that make this work possible are shrinking. Trauma Recovery Centers like ours are facing a 60% cut due to decreased state funding.⁠ ⁠ We cannot afford to interrupt healing!⁠ ⁠ Will you join us in ensuring that more women and survivors like Ms. Kat have access to trauma-informed care, safe housing, and a community that stays with them through every stage of healing?⁠ ⁠ Visit bit.ly/DWCVillage or click the link in our bio to give a gift that heals. ⁠ ⁠ Then, share this post with someone who believes that healing is possible.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Special thank you to @kieembaker and @safeandjust for providing the interview footage shared in this video. We are grateful for your partnership in the fight to end homelessness.

What does hope look like in action?⁠ ⁠ ✨ 451 women and gender-diverse individuals finding home.⁠ ✨ Survivors healing and rebuilding at NoHo 5050.⁠ ✨ 208 women gaining tools to pursue their careers and build financial independence.⁠ ⁠ Because of you, 2024 was a year of record-breaking impact and real transformation. ❤⁠ ⁠ See what we built together — and where we’re going next.⁠ 🔗 Read the 2024 Annual Report: [link in bio]

The revised version of the budget just came out, with no additional funding for HHAP (Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention). This funding supports services like permanent housing, rental assistance, move-in support, case management, and access centers like DWC’s Day Center. It’s not too late to secure the funding we need but we need your help! The State Senate has already proposed $1 billion in HHAP funding. Now, we’re calling on the State Assembly to match that investment and help ensure communities across California have the resources they need to address homelessness with compassion and stability.  Join us in urging your State Assemblymember to support sustained funding for housing and homelessness solutions. It only takes a few minutes to take action. Visit bit.ly/SupportHHAP or click the link in bio to make your voice heard today.  #FundHHAP #HousingJustice #EndHomelessness #CABudget #DWCAction

At DWC, we know healing takes more than a single service. It takes trust, consistency, safe housing, mental health care, community, and time. Through our Trauma Recovery Center and holistic model of care, we support women and survivors of violence as they heal, rebuild, and move forward on their own terms.   Ms. Kat, shared: “They didn’t push me. They gave me directions...everything I needed to do, they assisted me with it. That was the best thing ever...the Downtown Women’s Center in my life at that time became everything to me — became a friend, some place, somebody I could have to talk to. It really means a lot.”   This is the power of trauma-informed care. And this is why our work continues every day.   Visit bit.ly/DWCVillage to be part of someone’s healing journey or click the link in our bio to donate today!

Housing is on the line in this year’s state budget and we need your help to protect it! ⁠ ⁠ HHAP or Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention provides critical funding for long-term solutions that end homelessness. This includes permanent housing, rental and move-in assistance, case management, and other supportive services. ⁠ ⁠ The State Senate has already proposed $1 billion in HHAP funding and now we need the State Assembly to match it. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Join us in urging your State Assemblymember to support this critical investment in homelessness solutions across California. Every email helps send a clear message: our communities need sustained funding for housing, services, and pathways to stability. ⁠ ⁠ It takes less than 5 minutes to make your voice heard today. ⁠ Visit bit.ly/SupportHHAP to act now or click the link in bio! ⁠ ⁠ #FundHHAP #HousingJustice #EndHomelessness #CABudget #DWCAction

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and at the Downtown Women’s Center we’re holding space for healing, support, care, and more good days together.   If you’re a DWC participant, join us for special events at our Trauma Recovery Center throughout May for community support in a space made just for you.   Swipe to see what’s coming up   Stop by our Day Center in-person to learn more.   #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #DowntownWomensCenter #TraumaRecovery #TraumaRecoveryCenter #HealingCommunity MentalHealthMatters ting spaces for healing, support, and care.

Open the door to new opportunities at our Job & Resource Fair hosted by the Downtown Women’s Center’s Workforce Development team in partnership with The Wall Las Memorias. ⁠ ⁠ Join us on Thursday, May 7, from 10 AM–2 PM at 425 S Towne Ave in Los Angeles. ⁠ ⁠ Connect with 10+ hiring agencies and community partners offering employment opportunities, career resources, professional headshots, and resume support. ⁠ ⁠ We look forward to welcoming our community and supporting women on their path toward economic opportunity.

On Saturday, May 9th we are walking for Team DWC at WalkUnitedLA! ⁠ ⁠ Every year, The Downtown Women’s Center joins WalkUnitedLA to raise funds that support important initiatives benefiting Los Angeles. ⁠ ⁠ Supporting @launitedway helps provide essential legal, housing, and wellness support for the community. ⁠ ⁠ Register for this exciting 5K walk at SoFi Stadium and visit bit.ly/DWCWalkUnited to donate or click the link in our bio.

Unlock your new opportunity at our Job and Resource Fair hosted by the Downtown Women’s Center Workforce Development x The Wall Las Memorias this upcoming Thursday, May 7th from 10am-2pm at 425 S Towne Ave, Los Angeles. We’ll have over 10 hiring agencies and vendors participating. Looking for professional photos and resume help? Register today to receive 3 digital headshots after the career fair provided by @callmestevie24 !!📸 Click the link in bio. Have trouble signing up? Email [email protected] with your full name, phone number, email, and who referred you! See you there! ⚪️🔴⚪️🔴🩷💜🩷⚪️🔴⚪️🔴

We are proud to share a powerful op-ed published this week, written by Antonia Kitto, a mental health clinician at DWC’s Trauma Recovery Center. ⁠ ⁠ From the frontlines of DWC’s Trauma Recovery Center, Antonia writes about what healing really takes: time, trust, and consistent care. Every day, she sees the possibilities that emerge when survivors are met with the support they deserve. ⁠ ⁠ “Change doesn’t happen overnight. But with patience, there are huge rewards for this work.” ⁠ ⁠ DWC’s dedicated staff have built a powerful community that supports people like Ms. Kat in finding a safe place to heal. ⁠ ⁠ Click the link in our bio or visit bit.ly/TRC_OpEd to read the full article.

Downtown Women’s Center really showed up yesterday in honor of Denim Day! We are so grateful for our partnership with Peace Over Violence that supports our Trauma Recovery Center. Events like these are such a great opportunity to come together in community. As Sexual Assault Awareness Month comes to an end we encourage everyone to be a safe space for survivors and support their healing journey. #UseYourVoice #enddv #supportsurvivors #believesurvivors #denimday