WINGS Children’s Advocate Ilona’s Touching Reunion with Survivor Molly

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On October 26, 2023
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Just a Normal Resource Fair Until… At a local high school community fair, WINGS Children’s Advocate, Ilona was overseeing a table about WINGS resources. Suddenly she looked up and saw a past client, Molly. Moments later, Ilona was receiving the biggest hug from Molly.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On September 29, 2023
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Learn more about how common domestic violence is, examples of tactics that abusers use to keep survivors in the relationship, and how domestic violence impacts a survivor’s health. Help is available, you are not alone.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On September 20, 2023
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Strangulation is one of the most serious indicators that the violence will escalate. Read more below about domestic violence and strangulation, including 4 facts and 4 myths.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 25, 2023
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WINGS Annual Celebration of Courage honored 15 survivor graduates and their children through a virtual celebration. Graduates shared inspirational messages and WINGS impact on their journey to freedom.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On August 23, 2023
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This past year WINGS expanded the number of survivors served in Community Based Services and earned a total of five national Purple Ribbon Awards. Learn more about WINGS Fiscal Year 2023 in Review.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On June 22, 2023
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A stay at a WINGS Safe House is often the first step towards a new life for those who are fleeing an abuser. Safe House staff share frequently asked questions and we spotlight Raquel, WINGS Metro’s Kitchen Coordinator, who heals through meals.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On May 18, 2023
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DomesticShelters.org has announced WINGS Resale as one of the winners of the 2023 Purple Ribbon Awards for Outstanding Thrift Shop of the Year. Purple Ribbon awards are judged by a national panel of respected professionals from the domestic violence field.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On April 24, 2023
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Read firsthand accounts from both Survivor Lifeline Mentees and Mentors. Learn how you can make a difference during WINGS Week of Giving.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On April 18, 2023
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Chicago music industry icon Norm Winer and WXRT air Personality Wendy Rice recently joined WINGS Honorary Leadership Council. They look to bring their expertise and connections to further WINGS mission of ending domestic violence.

Posted by Sarah Swiston
On April 10, 2023
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Volunteers empower WINGS mission to end domestic violence and donate their time in many ways. Meet WINGS volunteers Bonnie, Preeti, Linda and Lily.

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WINGS Children’s Advocate Ilona’s Touching Reunion with Survivor Molly

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic Violence and Strangulation…4 Facts and 4 Myths

WINGS Celebration of Courage Honors 15 Inspirational Survivor Graduates

WINGS Fiscal Year 2023 in Review – Awards and Growth

WINGS Safe Houses: Frequently Asked Questions and Staff Spotlight on Raquel, Kitchen Coordinator at WINGS Metro

WINGS Resale Awarded Outstanding Thrift Shop of the Year from National Domestic Violence Evaluator

WINGS Award-Winning Survivor Lifeline: Connecting Clients to Survivor Mentors

Chicago Music Industry Icon Norm Winer and WXRT Personality Wendy Rice Join WINGS Honorary Leadership Council

Volunteers Empower WINGS Mission: Meet Bonnie, Preeti, Linda and Lily

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