NW Network of Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian & Gay survivors of Abuse
The NW Network of Bi, Trans, Lesbian and Gay Survivors of Abuse works to end violence and abuse by building loving and equitable relationships in our community and across the country.
Our Story
Founded in 1987 by lesbian survivors of battering, the NW Network works to end abuse in our diverse lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans communities. As an organization founded by and for LGBT survivors, we’re deeply committed to fostering the empowerment of all survivors of abuse.
Our Mission
The NW Network increases our communities’ ability to support the self-determination and safety of bisexual, transgender, lesbian and gay survivors of abuse through education, organizing and advocacy. We work within a broad liberation movement dedicated to social and economic justice, equality and respect for all people and the creation of loving, inclusive and accountable communities.
Our Charge
We offer a positive vision. We help individuals and communities build loving and equitable relationships.
Our services are survivor-centric. We work with LGBT survivors to strengthen their own social networks and actively resist abuse.
Our roots are in the community. LGBT people’s intimate relationships and experiences of victimization have been dismissed as marginal, unnatural or insignificant. As one of only a handful of LGBT-specific domestic violence agencies in the United States, we bring the experiences of LGBT people to the forefront of our work.
We’re keyed into the complexities and full diversity of LGBT people. Regardless of your gender, identity, race, religion, cultural background or kink, we’re available for you.
Our direct services are all free and confidential. We also offer resources for organizations and providers working in the field.
Our values are evident in all we do and guide our work with survivors, the community and other providers.
SEATTLE, WA 98118-0436 | Tax-exempt since April 1997
EIN: 91-1503602
Classification (NTEE) Alcohol, Drug Abuse, Treatment Only (Mental Health, Crisis Intervention)
Nonprofit Tax Code Designation: 501(c)(3) Defined as: Organizations for any of the following purposes: religious, educational, charitable, scientific, literary, testing for public safety, fostering national or international amateur sports competition (as long as it doesn’t provide athletic facilities or equipment), or the prevention of cruelty to children or animals.
Donations to this organization are tax deductible.
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