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Power of Peace Event Featured on KOTA Territory News

Donna Genora, WAVI Board President

Zada Jones & Kennedy Leara KOTA Territory News

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WAVI’s annual Power of Peace event was recently featured by KOTA Territory News. Board President Donna Genora spoke about the importance of raising awareness about domestic violence, standing in solidarity with survivors, and fostering community partnerships to support healing and resilience.

Held every October, the Power of Peace event brings together survivors, supporters, and community leaders for inspiration and action.

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How Donations Help WAVI Support Survivors in Rapid City

Amber Oldfield
Development Director, Working Against Violence, Inc. (WAVI)

Anna Hamelin
NewsCenter1.tv

About the Story
NewsCenter1 spoke with WAVI’s Development Director, Amber Oldfield, to highlight how local donations are transformed into lifesaving shelter, support, and resources for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and intimate partner stalking.

Amber shared the urgent needs WAVI fills every day, including emergency shelter nights, meals, clothing, and safety planning, and how community giving makes all the difference.

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Peaceful Means supports survivors

Tony Walking, Immersions Director at the Pine Ridge Reconciliation Center

Lakota Times

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This feature highlights how WAVI’s “Peaceful Means” initiative supports survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and intimate partner stalking—providing vital resources, safe shelter, and empowering pathways toward healing.