Bethlehem Haven believes that a secure home is an essential foundation for women to achieve stable mental and physical health, as well as personal empowerment. Every woman who lives at Bethlehem Haven is linked to supportive services, specifically designed for their individual needs. Bethlehem Haven, located in the greater Pittsburgh area, helps clients identify an [...]
Heels&Hope:Women’s Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh
April 26, 2012 By
Domestic Violence is the leading cause of injury to women ages 15 – 44 in the United States – more than car accidents, muggings and rapes combined. * 1 in 4 women will become victims of domestic violence in their lifetime * 1 in 3 teenage girls will be physically assaulted by a boyfriend * [...]
Heels&Hope: Amethyst Women’s Project
April 5, 2012 By
The mission of Amethyst Women’s Project is “to restore dignity and hope to the lives of women adversely impacted by substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and domestic violence.” Amethyst Women’s Project began in 1999 as a volunteer grass roots outreach, counseling and referral service for drug dependent women living in Coney Island. Its founder and current Executive [...]
Heels&Hope: Shoe Revolt
March 15, 2012 By
It’s NOT about one organization. It’s NOT about one gender. It’s NOT even about shoes. It’s ALL about THE REVOLT! Shoe Revolt is a nonprofit organization that has stepped up against the injustice of commercial sexual exploitation of women and children. • Human trafficking is a $32 billion industry, and is the fastest growing in [...]
Heels and Hope: The Pink Wish Foundation
February 20, 2012 By
Ardre A. Orie was raised in a single parent home and from an early age, she realized that mentors are priceless for young girls, like herself, growing up without a father in her life. While still in college, Ardre Orie, founded The Pink Wish Foundation. The initial mission of the organization focused on helping young [...]
