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New Executive Director Hired for The Willow
Lawrence, KS — January 27, 2012 — The Willow Domestic Violence Center Board of Directors is pleased to announce the hiring of Joan Schultz as the new Executive Director for the organization. Ms. Schultz has served as interim Executive Director for the past six-plus months.
“During Joan’s time as Interim Executive Director, she has exceeded expectations. She has energized staff and created an atmosphere that values staff development and accountability, along with creating a climate of trust with the Board,” said Caitlin Day Wedel, Willow Board President. “Joan understands and has acted upon the importance of making The Willow visible in the community and personally becoming involved here. We are confident she will continue to help expand the critical services that we currently offer.”
2012 Red Shoe Calendar
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Lawrence Journal World
Yarn Barn
Central National Bank
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Stich-On Needlework
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Red Shoe Walk 2012
The Willow Domestic Violence Center will host their signature fundraising event, The Red Shoe Walk and Run on May 5, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. at a location to be determined, in Lawrence, Kansas.
This event is to raise awareness of domestic violence in the Douglas, Franklin and Jefferson counties. Proceeds from this event will help fund the maintenance and programming of the Willow’s Safe Shelter, the cost of which totals approximately $1,332 per day.
Participants may register to walk or run the 5k or 10k, and walkers are encouraged to wear women’s shoes. Registration is $25 and includes an event T-Shirt.
This event will occur rain or shine.
For more information, to register or to volunteer, please call The Willow at 785-331-2034, ext. 105.
Lawrence Kansas
Must be 18 years or older to attend
This group offers support, counseling and empowerment to survivors of Domestic Violence
For more information please contact The Willow Domestic Violence Center
(785)843-3333
Lawrence-Based Agency Now "The Willow Domestic Violence Center"
LAWRENCE, KAN. — March 15, 2010 — Domestic violence shelter and services provider Women’s Transitional Care Services today announces its new name: The Willow Domestic Violence Center.
The new name better reflects the organization’s mission: to restore the health and safety of victims of family and domestic violence. The name’s imagery was inspired by the strength and resiliency of willow trees, whose branches are known to sprout new roots, even when they have broken and fallen. Read More >>