Feb 15Why Do We Walk a Mile in Her Shoes?Each year, Blackburn Center hosts its annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes®️ event. In 2024, we will be hosting our 13th annual event at St....
Jan 24Presenting Walk a Mile in Her Shoes 2024!Are you ready? It’s almost time to Walk a Mile with Blackburn Center. Our signature event, Walk a Mile in Her Shoes®, takes place each...
Jan 5Take the Victims Needs SurveyThe Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency would appreciate your willingness to participate in a brief survey that will play a...
Dec 22, 2023Peace Begins at HomeWith all that is going on in the world, the concept of peace may seem impossible. With ongoing wars in Ukraine, Israel, Sudan, Ethiopia,...
Nov 23, 2023Giving ThanksFor many people, 2023 was a challenging year. From rising inflation and interest rates to global unrest, this year has been difficult for...
Oct 12, 2023The Connection Between Animal Abuse and Domestic ViolenceA family pet – whether it is a dog, a cat, or even a bird – can be a tremendous source of both love and comfort. In many abusive...
Sep 19, 2023Raising Awareness about Human Trafficking in Westmoreland CountyToo often, human trafficking is viewed as something that happens elsewhere – not in small town Western Pennsylvania. It also is...
Aug 29, 2023Back to School Doesn’t Have to Mean Back to BullyingAcross Westmoreland County, students of all ages are heading back to school. While many students are excited to head back to class,...
Jul 18, 2023Meet Bella!Introducing Blackburn Center’s Therapy Dog After a traumatic experience, the decision to get help can be a difficult one. You may be...
Jun 12, 2023What You Need to Know about Violence Against Transgender PeopleThere has been a lot of discourse about transgender people, particularly as it relates to their ability to access medical care or to use...