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Welcome to the Kelowna Women’s Shelter blog! We post regularly on a range of topics including personal experience with domestic abuse, our programs and services, and the impact of our work in the community. Do you have a story to share?
Email us at community@kelownawomensshelter.ca or submit your story here.
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4 Tips for Responding to a Disclosure of Abuse
May 1, 2024
Here are some ways to help someone who's disclosed abuse.
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Without Her, my Heart Barely Beats
April 15, 2024
*TRIGGER WARNING* Content contains sensitive topics around domestic abuse & violence, suicide, & addiction.
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In Pictures: Stories & Art: No Longer Hidden
March 15, 2024
KWS Annual Awareness Event
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3 Ways to Acknowledge International Women’s Day
March 6, 2024
A Kelowna Women's Shelter Perspective
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Abuse is never okay.
Asking for help is.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need us.
Our support team is on duty 24/ 7 and ready to help.
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