OUR MISSION
Providing P.E.A.C.E.
The Mission of The Women’s Center is provide programs and services in Marquette and Alger Counties that Protect, Educate, Advocate, Counsel, and Empower
The Women’s Center believes that every individual is entitled to dignity and respect, and that women and men should be treated equally under the law and by society in general. No individual should be discriminated against or limited by society based on age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, career choice, sexual orientation, or other circumstances of legitimate life choices.
The Women’s Center advocates for change in the larger society to eliminate bias and to enhance the ability of all individuals to be fully functioning members of society. The Women’s Center provides services in a non-judgmental and supportive manner to individuals as they make decisions for their lives.
Protecting
24/7 Acute Intervention Services
Safe Emergency Shelter
Personal Protection Orders
Educating
24/7 Information Line
Referral Services
Workshops and Training
Advocating
Resource Support
Victim Housing Activism
Court Support
Counseling
24/7 Help Line
Individual Counseling
Support Groups
Empowering
24/7 Resource Line
Housing Assistance
Legal Consultation
Meet Our Director
Beth Casady
I have been involved with the organization for over fifteen years as a supporter and as a former board member. I have always had a passion for equality and fairness in our world, particularly with women and children, which is one of the reasons I love my work here. The people I get to work with here are refreshing, dynamic, and committed to helping people who have domestic or sexual violence in their lives. They are wonderful, giving people. I feel that we make a difference in the world for the clients that we touch and that is very rewarding. It is never a dull moment in our world!
Meet Our Board
JoAnne Garrow
MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST
Greg Eckert
BRICKLAYER, RETIRED
Dennis Roubal
FINANCIAL PLANNER
John Centko
DEPARTMENT HEAD FOR TECHNOLOGY & OCCUPATIONAL SCIENCES, NMU
Marlene Mottes
ALGER COUNTY RESIDENT
Wendy Rautio
SR. ACCOUNT, UPPCO
Abigail Kauffman Wyche
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, DEPARTMENT HEAD OF SOCIAL WORK, NMU
Brianna Sartin
NMU STUDENT, MARKETING MAJOR NMU
Lucy Grove
HR DIRECTOR, RANGE BANK
Mary Moe
OPERATIONS MANAGER, MARQUETTE CO-OP
News Bulletin
Look at the proceeds from Classic Cars on Third! $16,148!! Thank you to Tammy & Bill Dupras who organize this each year, along with Marquette DDA. And all the many sponsors and people who attend and donate. We love the event and it supports our programs! Left to right in photo: Rebecca Finco, DDA; Beth Casady, WC, Tammy & Bill Dupras; Tara Laase-McKinney, DDA. THANK YOU MARQUETTE COMMUNITY!!!
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Have a wonderful Labor Day. Our offices in Gwinn, Ishpeming, Marquette, and Munising will be closed on Monday, September 6 in observance of the holiday. Our 24/7 support line, our crisis intervention for DV and SA and our emergency shelter is always open. Please call 1-906-226-6611. WE ARE HERE.
Taiga Games has always been a wonderful supporter of The Women’s Center- thank you!
Let us not forget history and the passage of the 19th Amendment. We still have much to work on!
In celebration of Women's Equality Day tomorrow, Thursday, August 26, all Women's Center locations will be closed.
Our shelter and 24/7 support line are always open: 1-906-226-6611.
WE ARE HERE FOR YOU.
The team representing the WC at NMU Fall Fest. Come on down and check out our booth!
Love this group!
It was a wonderful event - thank you Bill & Tammy Dupras and Third Base Bar for supporting our much needed services! What a memorial to Jessica Drummond.
More than 130 vehicles showcased in 5th Annual ‘Classic Cars on Third’
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Hundreds of people spent their Saturday near Downtown Marquette for the 5th Annual Classic Cars on Third event -- all proceeds from the car show go to the Marquette Women’s Center -- honoring Jessica Drummond, a victim of domestic violence.Our Domestic Violence Support group meets in person every Tuesday from 6pm to 7:30pm and is open to both shelter residents and outreach clients.
The DV Support Group provides educational information about domestic violence and how it impacts survivors. Skills taught include improving self-worth, coping skills, and processing feelings. Participants are able to share experiences while also learning from one another.
Contact Hailee for details about participation at (906) 226-6611.
tel:+19062266611
The Women's Center of Marquette and Alger Counties serves victims/survivors or domestic and sexual assault.www.resourceconnect.com/twc/chat
These wonderful women from Lakeshore Skin and Body held a fundraiser for the Women's Center during Blueberry Fest and raised close to $900 that will go towards our programs - thank you so much for your support!
Do you love animals as much as we do? Would you like to be a part of Sasawin Safe Haven to keep companion animals and their families together in the event of domestic violence? We have openings on our Board. If you live in Marquette or Alger Counties in Michigan and you're interested, please message us. We meet the 2nd Monday of each month at 4 pm. Now in person and on Zoom.
This event benefits The Women’s Center!Classic Cars on Third Street will be taking place on Saturday, August 21 on N. Third St. between Michigan and Park St. in Downtown Marquette. Special thanks to our top sponsor this year, Ojibwa Casino - Marquette for being a long-time time sponsor of this event. Be sure to stop by the event between 12-4 p.m. to check out all of the great classic cars. Rumor has it, Ojibwa Casino will be making an appearance as well!
Come join our team! If interested, send your cover letter and resume to programdirector@wcmqt.org.
If you're interested in volunteering in Alger County, please contact Hannah at (906) 387-4554.
If you're interested in volunteering in Marquette County, please contact Heather at (906) 225-1346.
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Starting pay is very good for our area and we have benefits for full time staff. We are looking for fulltime Resident Advocate and fulltime Resource Advocate,
You can view the job descriptions at wcmqt.org/employment/
Email your resume and a cover letter to contact@wcmqt.org or to the address on The Women's Center website. No phone calls, please.
There is still time to donate to our campaign! Go to wcmqt.org/give/ and on the form indicate 200 Good Men. If you want to make a donation In Honor of In Memory of, simply type that in - thank you!
Women’s Center of Marquette 200 Good Men campaign underway
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The Women's Center 200 Good Men campaign is underway, it's geared towards engaging men to show solidarity through donationsWant to Help?
Watch how our volunteers are changing their community, building relationships, and finding personal fulfillment and then learn how you can get involved!
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How to Give
State and federal funding covers two-thirds of the annual operating costs including all of the programs and staff who provide direct client services. None of that funding though is used to cover costs of having Harbor House, marketing our services, educational materials, or the offices in Marquette or Munising for domestic and sexual violence crisis support and advocacy.
This is paid through individual and corporate donations, community grants, third party fundraisers, Women’s Center, Inc. annual fundraisers, and our through revenue that is generated from our resale shop, Pak Ratz.
THRIFT SHOP
Visit our Thrift Shop at 1310 S. Front Street between 10:00am and 5:00pm, Monday – Friday or 10:00am to 3:00pm on Saturday.
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