Deaf DAWN in DC

09/04/2026

DAWN office will be closed this Monday, September 7th, in observance of Labor Day.

If you experience a crisis or abuse, please contact

Deaf Hotline 24/7:
855.812.1001

Suicide/Emotional Support 24/7:
Text or VP 988

DC SAFE Victim Hotline:
1.844.443.5732

House of Ruth Crisis Hotline (Maryland):
410.889.7884

Network for Victim Recovery of DC:
202.742.1727

Medical Emergency:
Call 911

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a light gray background and thick dark blue border. At the top center is the DAWN logo in bold lowercase letters, dark navy on the left fading into bright blue on the right. Beneath the logo, dark blue text “office closed Monday September 7th 2026” In the lower left area, smaller text, “We will return to our office hours on Tuesday September 8th 2026.”

08/24/2026

🌳 Join the Thrive Together Today Board of Directors!
Help shape the future of advocacy, education, and collaboration for Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing, and DeafDisabled individuals across Iowa.
We're seeking passionate, dedicated leaders who are committed to making a difference in their communities.

Why serve on the Board?
🌱 Strengthen services across all 99 Iowa counties.
🌱 Expand advocacy, education, and collaboration.
🌱 Help guide the future of a statewide organization.
🌱 Use your skills and experience to create meaningful change.

Because Thrive Together Today serves Deaf, DeafBlind, hard of hearing, and DeafDisabled individuals, including individuals impacted by violence and crime, Board members are expected to demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, confidentiality, and respect.
Board members serve a three-year term and meet six times per year via Zoom. Qualified sign language interpreters are provided.

If you're interested in serving and supporting our mission, we'd love to hear from you.
📝 Apply here: https://forms.gle/HYXjdwzZ1NxR9h9DA

08/21/2026

“Can you read lips?” 👄

At the National Sexual Assault Conference, Sara from DAWN and Aracelia from DeafHope trained hearing victim service providers on communication access for Deaf survivors.

Through this lip reading activity, providers experienced how easy it can be to miss words, fill in the blanks, and misunderstand what someone is saying.

Now imagine having to do that during a crisis.

Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Late Deafened, and Hard of Hearing survivors have different communication needs and preferences. Never assume a survivor can or wants to lip read.

Ask survivors how they prefer to communicate. Don’t decide for them.

Communication access is not optional. It is part of survivor centered care. 💜

DeafAccess VictimServices SexualAssault Accessibility

Video description: Sara, wearing black and white, stands beside Aracelia, dressed in all black, during their presentation.

08/11/2026

08/11/2026

We’re hiring! DAWN is looking for an Outreach & Survivor Advocate to join our team, serving Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled, Late Deafened and Hard of Hearing survivors across Maryland.

Apply today — link in bio!

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07/17/2026

Human trafficking is about more than what we often see in movies. It can involve grooming, manipulation, exploitation, and control.

Thank you to this survivor for courageously sharing your story and helping others better understand the realities of human trafficking. Your voice raises awareness, challenges misconceptions, and reminds us why survivor-centered support matters.

06/25/2026

COME!!! DV/SA field, Direct providers, Mental health field, Deaf Interpreter, and ANYONE! Come and register for the conference! GRAB NOW!

06/25/2026

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

05/14/2026

Our office will be closed tomorrow (Friday) for Employee Wellness Day.

If you experience a crisis, please contact:

The Deaf Hotline Advocates
www.the deaf hotline.org
(202-812-1002)

D.C. Sage/Victims Hotline (call/text (1-844-443-5732)

Chat Online
CHAT.victimsofcrime.org/dvictim

House of Ruth, Maryland
24-hour hotline
(410-889-7884)

Medical Emergency, call 911”

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A light blue background features a white square box in the center. At the top of the box is the DAWN logo. Below the logo, it states: “Office Closed employee wellness day.” At the bottom, “We will return to the office hours on Monday, May 18th 2026.”

05/06/2026

It’s finally happening!

We’ve been working behind the scenes…
and DAWN just got a glow up

Our NEW website is LIVE! 💻🎉
Come see what’s new

VD: A blue background with an Apple computer centered on screen. A teal ribbon stretches across the display, with a lavender plant placed to the right. A hand enters and gently pulls the ribbon away, revealing the message: “Our new website is LIVE!”