10/13/2026
24 businesses and organizations joined us yesterday for the first session of our Domestic Violence and the Workplace webinar series.
One of the most powerful reminders from the session:
"What we see is only the tip of the iceberg."
While many people think of domestic violence as physical violence, attendees learned how emotional abuse, isolation, intimidation, and economic abuse are often used to maintain power and control, affecting every aspect of a survivor's life, including their ability to work and maintain financial stability.
Another key takeaway:
"If you have a team of over three people, you probably have somebody who has either experienced this or has been close to somebody who's experienced domestic violence."
That's why this conversation matters for employers.
Thank you to the experts from Crystal Judson Family Justice Center, Our Sisters' House, and YWCA Pierce County for sharing their expertise and helping employers better understand the realities of domestic violence and its impact on our workplaces and communities.
Join us next week for Session 2, where we'll take a deeper dive into:
▶️ What should you do if an employee discloses domestic violence?
▶️ How can you support survivors while maintaining workplace safety?
▶️ What leave and workplace accommodations are available?
▶️ How can managers and HR professionals respond with confidence?
🔗Register at https://loom.ly/VARJS-Q
