New Coalition Launched in D.C. to Address Rise in LGBTQIA+ Domestic Violence
In Washington, D.C., a new coalition named Show Me Love DC has been formed by The Wanda Alston Foundation and LGBT+ Counseling Collaborative to address a rise in domestic violence within the District's queer community. The program will offer free…
Washington, DC, November 5, 2026 — In Washington, D.C., a new coalition has been established to confront an observed increase in domestic violence incidents affecting the District’s LGBTQIA+ community.
The initiative, operating under the name Show Me Love DC, is a collaborative effort between The Wanda Alston Foundation and the LGBT+ Counseling Collaborative. The coalition’s primary objective is to offer accessible support and healing resources to survivors within the queer community.
Show Me Love DC will provide free and low-cost counseling services specifically designed for LGBTQIA+ individuals who have experienced domestic and intimate partner violence. This program aims to fill critical gaps in support by offering specialized care tailored to the unique challenges faced by this demographic.
The formation of Show Me Love DC acknowledges a trend of rising domestic violence within the LGBTQIA+ population in Washington, D.C. The services are intended to create a safe and supportive environment for survivors to seek help and begin their healing process.
Information regarding the specific timeline for the program’s full implementation or the exact details of how to access services was not immediately available. The Wanda Alston Foundation and the LGBT+ Counseling Collaborative are the stated founding organizations, but further details on other potential partners or funding sources were not provided in the summary.
The program’s focus on providing accessible, low-cost, and free counseling highlights a commitment to ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent survivors from receiving necessary mental health support. This effort is designed to foster resilience and provide a pathway toward recovery for those impacted by violence.
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