Not until working with A Window Between Worlds was the emotional chain of violence finally broken for this survivor. Maura shares how the Take a Walk in My Shoes project allowed her to say, “Enough! This is it! Art was the key to breaking past my frustration and finally being able to express what I was feeling.”
Not until working with A Window Between Worlds was the emotional chain of violence finally broken for this survivor. Maura shares how the Take a Walk in My Shoes project allowed her to say, “Enough! This is it! Art was the key to breaking past my frustration and finally being able to express what I was feeling.”
On average, nearly 20 people per minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. On a typical day, there are more than 20,000 phone calls... >>
A Window Between Worlds views art as a catalyst for profound breakthroughs leading to growth and change. Through creating art, participants can begin to define and acknowledge what is important
63% of boys, age 11-20 who commit murder, kill the man who was abusing their mother.* A child witnessing domestic violence is the strongest risk factor for transmitting violent... >>
A Window Between Worlds trains, supports, and collaborates with staff at human service organizations to provide safety and healing through hands-on art workshops.
A Window Between Worlds trains, supports, and collaborates with staff at human service organizations to provide safety and healing through hands-on art workshops.
Creating art is a human right. Art honors and reflects multiple aspects of a person’s identity and personal experiences. No matter what our background, we all have the power to
Communities of practice are groups of people who share a concern or a passion for something they do and learn through consistent collaboration how to do it better. As a
2018 Trainings: April 19-20, July 19-20, October 18-19 Our trainings are held in Los Angeles, California. All trainings this year are for facilitating workshops for adults, children and youth so
In celebration of A Window Between Worlds’ 25th Anniversary, we welcome you to be a part of Touchstones, a year-long interactive art project.
In celebration of A Window Between Worlds’ 25th Anniversary, we welcome you to be a part of Touchstones, a year-long interactive art project.
Our community art initiative At the Core: Transforming Trauma Together, led by artist Fabian Debora, combines Touchstones — small pieces of art to carry with you — with mural making to empower individuals
For over two decades AWBW has shared art as a touchstone of change for those impacted by violence and trauma. Touchstones: A Creative Journey, led by artist and AWBW founder Cathy
Each step of the way the work of A Window Between Worlds has been made possible by support from artists across the country. We are honored by their dedication in
Join us on September 30th to honor three community members who embody our mission to transform trauma through art.
Join us on September 30th to honor three community members who embody our mission to transform trauma through art.
dtrfbetwcr In 27 years over 200,000 adults and children have participated in A Window Between Worlds art workshops. It is the collaboration and support of the entire AWBW family
Join AWBW for our Volunteer Day on the third Saturday of each month to support our programs and fundraising events. Our group gathers at our Venice studios to complete... >>
A Window Between Worlds is honored to have so many advocates who share our mission with their friends, family and colleagues. Creating an online campaign is a wonderful way to