Breaking the Cycle
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.”
Breaking the Cycle
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.”
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Impact
Domestic Violence
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... >>
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Healing
A Window Between Worlds views creative expression as a catalyst for connection and discovery leading to growth and transformation. The Windows philosophy empowers participants in a co-created environment, facilitating the healing process. Through
Finding a Positive Path Through Trauma
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... >>
Our Program
A Window Between Worlds trains, supports, and collaborates with staff at human service organizations to provide safety and healing through hands-on art workshops.
Our Program
A Window Between Worlds trains, supports, and collaborates with staff at human service organizations to provide safety and healing through hands-on art workshops.
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Programs
Our Philosophy
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
Community of Practice
The key to AWBW’s impact lies in our collaboration with a strong network of 1,300+ Windows Facilitators at partner organizations nationwide. Our facilitators, staff, and trauma-informed consultants — our Community
Facilitator Trainings Old
Our next two-day virtual training is July 22-23, 2021. Registration* will open in early May. Join us for a training experience like no other! A Window Between Worlds’ transformative healing
Touchstones: A Creative Journey
We welcome you to join others in being a part of our community art initiative Touchstones.
Touchstones: A Creative Journey
We welcome you to join others in being a part of our community art initiative Touchstones.
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Art + Community
At the Core: Transforming Trauma Together
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
Touchstones: A Creative Journey
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
For Artists
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
Monthly Giving
For a small amount each month, you can make a huge impact!
Monthly Giving
For a small amount each month, you can make a huge impact!
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Get Involved
Donate
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 –
Volunteer Saturdays
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... >>
Online
Campaigns
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