Women's Resource Center

Programs

Adult Advocacy

Trained advocates respond to the immediate and on-going needs of victims of domestic violence and sexual assault 24 hours a day. We provide:

Short-term, emergency, and confidential housing for individuals escaping violence
Legal, financial, shelter, and other resource referrals
Assistance with preparing and filing Orders for Protection and Harassment
Restraining Orders

Community Education

We see violence prevention as a vital component of our work. To the end, we provide:

Advocate Training, focusing on crisis intervention strategies and legal and community resource information
Educational Presentations, highlighting different aspects of domestic violence, sexual assault, diversity, and the impact of violence on children. (Call the Center at 452-4440 to schedule a presentation)
Numerous Community Events, heightening public awareness of the frequency and severity of violence against women, children, and families.

Groups for Women

Educational and emotional support is given to adult victims/survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Childcare and/or transportation arrangements can be made Intake is required, please call 452-4440 for more information

Child Advocacy

Specially trained advocates help young people who have witnessed or have been victims of domestic violence or sexual assault. We provide:

Summer Garden Project for kids
A 12 week program held every summer (June-August), call 452-4440 for additional information. Click here to see pictures of the 2004 Kids Garden.

Diversity Advocacy

We serve families from diverse cultures who have experienced violence and discrimination in Winona. Translators and TTY are available. The WRC is accessible to persons with disabilities.

Court Advocacy

Criminal Court Advocacy

Winona Domestic Assault Project (WDAP)
WDAP works with law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice system to hold domestic violence perpetrators accountable for their actions.
Sexual Assault Court Advocacy
This program works with law enforcement and the criminal justice system to help victims negotiate and understand the court process.

Civil Court Advocacy