While organizations continue to use traditional forms of community engagement such as printed mailing lists and media relations, social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter have widened their scope of donors and support.
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Our VOICE hosts its 17th annual Survivors’ Art Show
This year, the 17th for the event, features the work of local designer Denise Carbonell.
Grant will fund community-wide violence prevention efforts
Partner organizations are moving forward to implement a multi-year plan aimed at preventing violence against women and maltreatment of children. The effort is funded by an unprecedented $450,000 grant from the Women for Women Giving Circle of the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina.
Smart Bets: Talent! A Show
The star-studded benefit for Our VOICE is set for April 23 at The Mothlight.
Global ‘Me Too’ movement hits close to home
WNC experts and those who have experienced sexual harassment discuss the local effects of the #MeToo movement.
Smart bets: Hex
The first Hex, which will include performances by hip-hop artist Nervous Dupree and three local DJs, takes place at The Mothlight on Friday, April 14.
Small bites: Carolina Mountain Cheese Fest returns with competitions, tastings and workshops
Cheese is king at the third annual Carolina Mountain Cheese Fest. Also, A pop-up comes to Gan Shan Station, food trucks rally at the Asheville Masonic Temple, free samples are offered at MetroWines and a few local restaurants bid farewell.
Conscious party: WNC Solidarity Concert Series
Music educator Jason DeCristofaro has planned a dozen benefit concerts to support various nonprofits. The next event takes place at The BLOCK off Biltmore on Sunday, Feb. 26, and features the Richard Shulman Quartet and Dan Keller Quartet.
Women’s March on Asheville fills downtown streets
Thousands participated in the Women’s March on Asheville today, in solidarity with the Women’s March on Washington. According to the event’s Facebook page, its goal was for “community members [to] march peacefully to show our new administration that we stand with our families and friends for the protection of our rights, safety and health.” A number […]
Smart bets: A Benefit for Our VOICE
The Krektones and Nest Egg perform, with DJ sets by Greg Cartright, at Lazy Diamond on Friday, Dec. 16.
Screen scene: Local film news
Mechanical Eye presents Home Movie Day, the Grail screens a sex trafficking doc and Asheville School of Film students screen their course projects.
Letter writer: Our VOICE’s role is to advocate, not mediate
“While parody has its place in artistic expression, making light of victimization is no laughing matter.”
Family Justice Center provides one-stop resource for domestic and sexual abuse victims
Buncombe County’s new Family Justice Center will be a one-stop resource for victims of abuse. However, the Asheville area hasn’t always been as intentional about helping victims escape abuse.
Our VOICE launches two-year project to combat modern-day slavery
Human trafficking often occurs in wealthy or relatively wealthy areas where there’s demand, access to major highways and an airport, says Mamie Adams. Asheville fits the bill, and a new Our VOICE project, coordinated by Adams, aims to tackle the problem.
Conscious party: Blacklist Improv supports Our VOICE with a night of local comedy
Family Dinner Improv will make its debut on Saturday as the opening act before two traditional stand-up sets by Minori Hinds and Mallory Denae plus a headlining performance by Blacklist Improv. The Bebe Theatre hosts the event on Wednesday, July 13.
Letter writer: Fundraiser aids efforts to end sexual violence
“The event was successful in helping us forward our mission, raising $10,000 in support of our direct and preventive services in Buncombe County.”
Letter writer: Pig roast fundraiser needed rethink
“It served no one and only alienated potential supporters.”
Small bites: Pig Roast Picnic benefit at Native Kitchen
Native Kitchen hosts a pig roast fundraiser for Our VOICE; Buxton Hall Barbecue highlights the art of pie-making; Sweeten Creek Brewing kicks off its Summer Picnic Series; Charlotte-based Tephra restaurant hosts a vegan pop-up dinner at Trade and Lore and The Fresh Market supports juvenile diabetes research with its annual sidewalk sale.
Asheville Brewers Alliance collaborates with Our VOICE to combat sexual assault
In recognition of National Sexual Assault Awareness Month, the Asheville Brewers Alliance has entered into a unique partnership with local sexual assault and prevention organization Our VOICE.
Conscious party: UNCA student aids survivors of sexual violence
Asheville resident Nikki Madle is collecting toothbrushes, toothpaste, new underwear, used or new sweatshirts and sweatpants, chapsticks, and travel-sized shampoos and conditioners for sexual violence victims at the hospital. Her drive runs through Friday, April 15.
Community Calendar Highlights: Give!Local nonprofit events from 12/23 through 12/31
This is the last week to donate to the Give!Local campaign! So far there have been over 290 donations made, with an average donation of $89. The largest donation so far has been for $2,100 and the campaign has made over $26,000 (as of Monday Dec. 21). Thanks to all those who have donated so […]