Working Against Violence, Inc. (WAVI)

10/03/2026

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Advocates and survivors packed the Dahl Arts Center for WAVI’s annual Power of Peace event to kick off Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This year’s keynote exposed how abusers are weaponizing everyday tech like tracking apps to trap victims — learn the warning signs and where to find help at the link in the comments.

10/02/2026

Our shelter is currently in need of a few everyday essentials to help keep our space clean, comfortable, and well-stocked for the individuals and families we serve.

Current Needs:
Clorox wipes
Disinfectant cleaner
Paper towels
Toilet paper
Dishwasher pods
Hairbrushes

Every donation, big or small, helps us continue providing a safe and welcoming space for survivors and their families.

Thank you for supporting WAVI and the people we serve.

09/30/2026

Registration is closed.

We are excited to welcome everyone to the Power of Peace tomorrow at The Dahl!

Check-in begins at 12:00 p.m. Once you arrive, grab your lunch, connect with others in our community, and take some time to visit our community partner booths.

We are honored to have Mayor Salamun open the event with a reading of the Domestic Violence Awareness Month Proclamation.

We look forward to coming together for an afternoon of community, awareness, and support for survivors.

09/28/2026

Planned giving is a powerful way to support survivors not just today, but for generations to come. By including Working Against Violence, Inc. (WAVI) in your will, trust, or estate plans, you help ensure that individuals and families in our community will always have access to safety, advocacy, and support.

Your legacy can provide shelter, healing, and hope for those impacted by domestic abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and intimate partner stalking. It’s a commitment to a future free from violence.

Learn more about planned giving or start the conversation today: message Amber at [email protected]

09/26/2026

Join us for an afternoon of connection, reflection, and impact at WAVI’s Power of Peace.

This meaningful event brings our community together to raise awareness, honor strength, and stand alongside survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and intimate partner stalking.

October 1, 2026
12:00–2:00 PM
Dahl Arts Center

Enjoy a complimentary lunch, hear from guest speaker Heather Knox, and help us recognize this year’s Power of Peace Award recipient.

Space is limited and registration is required. Reserve your spot today: wavi.org/events

Together, we can create a community free of violence.

09/25/2026

We are getting close to the Power of Peace Event on October 1st, and we are looking forward to bringing our community together for this special event. We are excited to welcome our guest speaker, Heather Knox, and to recognize our 2027 Power of Peace Award recipient, Margaret “Peg” Seljeskog.

We currently have 76 tickets reserved, and nine community partners registered to host booths at this year’s event. Registration will remain open through September 28, 2026, so if you haven’t registered yet, there is still time to reserve your ticket at https://wavi.org/events

👉If your organization was invited to host a booth and has not yet registered, please contact Amber Oldfield at [email protected] to confirm your participation.

Our participating community partners include:
* WAVI
* Pennington County Sheriff’s Office
* West River Mental Health
* Bethany Christian Services
* YFS Family Counseling
* South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault
* CASA
* University of Michigan and Peaceful Means
* State’s Attorney’s Office

09/25/2026

Our community continues to show up in powerful ways! If you want to make an immediate impact, our biggest needs are as follows:

• New women’s bras and underwear (sizes M- XXL)
• New sweatpants and sweatshirts (sizes M–XXL)
• New XL twin bed sheets and pillowcases

If you’ve been looking for a way to help, this is it.

Drop off donations Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4 PM, or Saturday–Sunday, 1–4 PM at WAVI's Shelter.

Want to do more? Host a drive, share this post, or reach out to get involved.

Thank you for standing with survivors.

09/24/2026

Thank you, Fairburn Church, for your incredible generosity and support of survivors in our community.

Because of you, WAVI received:
• 6 bras
• 14 sports bras
• 24 new pairs of underwear
• 2 packs of socks
• 6 shorts
• 72 shirts

We are so grateful for your kindness and your commitment to standing alongside survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and intimate partner stalking.

Thank you for making a difference.

09/23/2026

At Working Against Violence, Inc. (WAVI), we provide safety, advocacy, and support to individuals and families impacted by domestic abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and intimate partner stalking, and you can be part of that impact.

Here’s how you can help:
• Make a financial gift to support life-saving services
• Donate new essential items like women’s bras/underwear, shampoo & conditioner, and clothing (sizes M–XXL)
• Host a donation drive with your workplace, school, or group
• Attend and share our events to help raise awareness

Every action, big or small, helps create a community free of violence.

Take the next step today: visit wavi.org/donate or message us to get involved.

Together, we can make a difference.

09/22/2026

Are you registered? Join us for an afternoon of community, awareness, and healing as we come together to support survivors and take a stand against domestic violence. Register at: www.wavi.org/events

Featuring:
Inspiring guest speaker Heather Knox, Power of Peace Award presented to
Peg Seljeskog, lunch, and community partner booths with helpful resources.