 Less than 30% of abused women report the incident to the police. |  Today in Durham, there are over 5000 families on a waiting list for subsidized housing. |  A child who lives with violence is forever changed - but not forever damaged. |  At least one woman is killed by her partner each week in Canada. |  We counsel. We share. We support. We help. |
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Ways to Get Involved
 Take ActionSend a letter to your MP and the federal Transport Minister requesting an affordable transportation system for all. |  Spread the WordJoin our online community and help spread awareness to prevent violence against women. |  DonateYour secure online donation makes an immediate difference to the work of the YWCA Durham! |
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 Starry Nights Dinner/AuctionStarry Nights 2021 is cancelled due to the COVID-19 situation. |  Rent a RoomWe have a range of room rentals from formal drawing room to full size gymnasium. Room rentals are suspended until August 31, 2021. |  Donate to Adelaide's AtticIn-person donations are suspended until further notice due to the COVID-19 situation. |
 Join our Board of DirectorsMake a difference by lending your passion and expertise to our Board of Directors |  Request a YWCA SpeakerWe'd be happy to speak to your community group, school or business association about the work of the YWCA. Call Debra Mattson at 905-576-6356 ext 106 |