SRDVC Interviewed on KHQ Regarding Local Domestic Violence Arrest
Spokane man arrested on kidnapping, rape and assault charges SPOKANE, Wash. – Spokane police arrested a man Friday in connection with an assault and reported abduction that began the night before. According to the Spokane Police Department, Taylor Gudgel, 36, was booked into Spokane County Jail on suspicion of first-degree rape–domestic violence, first-degree kidnapping–domestic violence, […]
New Grant Awarded to SRDVC From National Gun Safety Organization
SRDVC Interviewed on KHQ Regarding Local Domestic Violence Arrest SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — In order to address the rate of domestic violence in the community, Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Coalition (SRDVC) is receiving a $10,000 grant from a national gun safety organization. Everytown for Gun Safety announced Friday $70,000 in grants to seven organizations nationwide. […]
KXLY Highlights SRDVC’s New Positive Social Norms Campaign
KXLY Highlights SRDVC’s New Positive Social Norms Campaign SPOKANE, Wash. — A local organization is bringing a new approach to raising awareness about domestic violence. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Spokane Regional Domestic Violence Coalition said they are focused on showing that survivors of domestic violence are more than just a statistic. Part of that […]
Domestic Violence Employee Toolkit Highlighted by The Spokesman Review
SRDVC’s Domestic Violence Employee Toolkit Highlighted by The Spokesman Review Ed Kelly still tears up recalling a day at work in 2019. One of his most reliable hospital housekeeping employees, Edna “Patty” Hernandez – who always brought an infectious smile – didn’t show up for her shift on April 2. As Providence Sacred Heart Medical […]
SRDVC and YWCA Working Together Against Domestic Violence
SRDVC and YWCA highlight power of community, prevention against domestic violence No matter how many times we hear it, it’s alarming — Spokane County has the highest rate of domestic violence incidents in Washington state. And the numbers continue to rise, with a 40 percent increase in DV calls to law enforcement in 2020. Domestic […]