Women’s Shelters Should Protect Women, Not Expose Them to Harm

I serve as executive director of the Downtown Hope Center in Anchorage, Alaska. Our ministry serves people experiencing homelessness and hardship in our community. Every day, we serve more than 700 people a warm, nutritious lunch. During the day, the Hope Center serves everyone who seeks our services. We offer meals, showers, laundry service, and assistance to rebuild broken lives. We also offer trauma and recovery classes and a job-skill training program in culinary and bakery skills, helping men and women find healing, stability, and purpose in their lives. Read Full Article »