WRC 2021-2022 Annual Report

Whether it was your turn to reach out FOR help or to OFFER help,
WRC’s work continues because of you – because of your courage, your
perseverance, and your grit as we face daunting obstacles and the
ongoing pandemic together.
“WRC has
helped me
greatly get
to where I am
today and will
be extremely
helpful with
helping me
navigate
tomorrow.”
~ WRC client
The psychological and financial recovery from a difficult challenge
requires an uphill journey — often much longer than we would like it
to be. Experts estimate that it takes 3-5 years to regain one’s financial
footing after a divorce. With the prevalence of physical and systemic
violence against women, especially women of color, the recovery
process becomes even more challenging and painful.
Angela Duckworth, author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance,
argues that grit (defined as the ability to pursue goals with passion
and perseverance as if they are a marathon and not a sprint) is more
important to one’s success than your intellect or IQ.
It is through our shared grit, passion and perseverance this year, that
WRC was able to ...
• provide the highest number of Counseling sessions in our 47- year
history, in addition to continuing virtual minimal-cost Legal
Consultation and Helpline support,
• launch the pilot Financial Stability program, along with volunteer
financial and career coaching, to support long-term financial stability
for women
• restore Girls Lead to pre-pandemic participation levels, and
• implement a shared commitment to equity and inclusion for all
women and girls
Thank you for sharing your passion and perseverance with WRC as we
work to create a world where every woman and girl has the resources,
tools, and support to thrive!
Marina M. Zivik
President, Board of Directors
Cheryl Brubaker
Executive Director
Helpline 701-314-HELP (4357)
info@womensrc.org
113 W. Wayne Avenue, Wayne, PA 19087
Admin 610-687-6415
www.womensresourcecenter.net
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