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Empower Yolo is here to help. You are not alone. Trained advocates are available 24/7 to provide free crisis intervention, emotional support, advocacy, information and referrals.
All calls to Empower Yolo are private and confidential.
24/7 Crisis Lines
Empower Yolo Main Line
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2025 Non-Profit of the Year
Empower Yolo has been selected by Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry as the 2025 Nonprofit of the Year for Assembly District 4!
This recognition comes as part of a statewide celebration hosted by the California Association of Nonprofits (CalNonprofits), honoring exceptional organizations across California.
Empower Yolo's Services in Your Community
Empower Yolo offices are open during regular office hours to provide services to individuals and families in need.
Appointments are encouraged. Please call the office at the location you wish to visit.
Empower Yolo offers these and other services in Yolo County: safe shelter for victims of domestic violence/sexual assault/human trafficking, crisis line, restraining orders, family legal services, therapy, housing referrals, food referrals & distribution, health insurance by appointment, emergency clothing, hygiene products, diapers, case management, and other services as needed.
Empower Yolo will provide interpretation services at no cost to community members.
Empower Yolo Events
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and National Bullying Prevention Month.
Throughout October, join Empower Yolo as we Paint Yolo Purple to raise awareness, strengthen prevention, and inspire action.
Together, we can:
💜 Stand with survivors
💜 Raise awareness about domestic violence
💜 Support prevention education and healthy relationships
💜 Attend community events and activities
💜 Donate to domestic violence and sexual assault programs
Follow us on social media throughout October to learn more and get involved. Sign up for our e-newsletter or donate at empoweryolo.org.
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Stay up-to-date on the programs and events from Empower Yolo. Your participation makes a difference in our ability to provide crisis intervention and support to individuals and families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, human trafficking, and child abuse.
In The News at Empower Yolo
Empower Yolo Focuses on Awareness and Prevention During Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and National Bullying Prevention Month. This month, Empower Yolo launches its 12th Annual Paint Yolo Purple campaign (purple representing domestic violence awareness)—an opportunity to engage communities, elevate...
Empower Yolo: Youths’ art helps build safer, healthier communities
by: Jaime Torres-Lopez Young people have important perspectives on the issues affecting their lives, but they are not always given meaningful opportunities to express them. Art can help change that. It allows young people to explore complex subjects, communicate ideas...
Empower Yolo expands services to support rural survivors
Survivors of crime living in rural Yolo County often face significant barriers to getting help, from long travel distances and limited transportation to concerns about privacy and a lack of nearby services. Thanks to a Community Health Improvement Grant from...
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