The Women’s Resource Center (WRC) extends its sympathy and prayers to the family and friends of Heather Heyer and other victims recovering from the emotional and physical trauma of the recent Charlottesville, Virginia violence. We condemn the racist, anti-Semitic and…
The Family Violence Options Advocacy program (FVOAP) assists the state Department of Human Services (DHS) clients who are victims/survivors of domestic violence. Sharon King is FVOAP director at the Women’s Resource Center, a position she has held for four years.…
When relationships turn abusive and violent, it is important to have outside support. That’s where the Women’s Resource Center comes in. Since 1977, WRC has been a listening ear, a helping hand and in some cases, a lifeline to individuals…
Congratulations to the “Wild Women of Bristol County” who were recognized at a luncheon in their honor on June 22, 2017 at the Rhode Island Country Club for being inspiring role models. These ladies are active and involved in business,…
The Women's Resource Center hosted it's annual Men Who Make A Difference Gala last Friday evening, April 21st at Gurney's Newport Resort and Marina. Sixteen men who have done good deeds in their community were celebrated for their accomplishments. It…
The Men Who Make A Difference (MWMAD) Gala celebrates men who work within our Rhode Island community to make positive and lasting change. This event promises to be an inspiring and memorable evening featuring cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, dinner, dancing and…
Click Here to see a video about what it means to be a "Men Who Make A Difference."
Residents of Newport’s North End neighborhood have a new place to go for their health and wellness needs as well as to meet their neighbors and socialize. The Florence Gray Center wellness hub, at 1 York Street, is now officially…
Tackling the all-important issue of domestic violence prevention is a complex task, and Jessica Walsh has been leading the effort at Women’s Resource Center (WRC) for the past 13 years. As director of prevention, Jessica is tasked with making sure…
The Citizens Bank Pell Bridge Run is a 4 mile run/walk produced by the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority. This event is not-for-profit and 100% of proceeds will go to support local not-for-profits, like ours! * October 21, 2018 * 7am:…