Mission: Promote the safety and self-sufficiency of individuals and families affected by domestic violence in Middlesex County, New Jersey (womenaware.net)

Each year, as the state-designated comprehensive domestic violence service agency for Middlesex County, we shelter 200 women and children in imminent danger, and serve an additional 1,800 women, children and men in safety net programs. Our comprehensive services provide support across the spectrum of client needs—from emergency crisis intervention to long-term efforts toward independent living:

24-hour hotline
emergency shelter
legal advocacy
community education
support groups
parenting groups
children’s trauma therapy
supportive housing
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Women Aware is the only domestic violence shelter in Middlesex County, which reported 4,336 domestic violence offenses in 2019, according to the New Jersey State Police. Through the pandemic, we have seen abuse become more lethal, and we have seen an increase in sexual assault of children. It has been a dangerous and, in some tragic cases, deadly time. It is critical that Women Aware stand strong, continuing to provide free and confidential services to individuals and families affected by domestic violence.

More than 40 years ago, Women Aware made a commitment to be here 24/7 for survivors and their families.

You make it possible for us to fulfill our commitment by donating.

Highlights of 2021 Candlelight Vigil

Keynote Address

Karen Uyar, mother of Highland Park, NJ native Yasemin Uyar,

whose life was stolen following a history of abuse

Advocate Address

Siyan Bradley, founder of the Renee J. Bradley Foundation for Domestic Violence

and member of the Women Aware Board of Directors

Music

Singer/songwriter Sami Stevens, from Music For All Seasons, will perform songs of hope and inspiration

as part of the vigil. Music For All Seasons has brought the healing power of music

to the residents of Women Aware for the past two decades.

Singer Stevens has toured internationally, performing jazz and classic Rhythm and Blues,

accompanying herself on keyboard.

Thank you, Sponsors

For sponsorship information, contact Susan Dyckman, development director, 732.258.0428 or sdyckman@womenaware.net.

Platinum Sponsor - $2,500

Bob's Discount Furniture Charitable Foundation

Candle Lighting Sponsor - $1,500

Independence Wealth Partners-Joseph Del Guercio

Gold Sponsor - $1,000

Fresh Ponds Farm

The Higgins Group

Olympus Construction

Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, LLP

Ally - $500

Supporter - $250

Investors Bank

PKF O'Connor Davies Accountants and Advisors

Raygun Design

Schechner Lifson Corp.

Olmec Systems

2021 Virtual Candlelight Vigil

Women Aware envisions a society where individuals can live free from violence and injustice.

Team Members