The resolution commemorates the Houston Area Women's Center (HAWC) for the opening of the first phase of its new client services facility, One Safe Place Houston, which took place on March 25, 2025. Established in 1977, HAWC has been instrumental in assisting women, children, and families in overcoming violence through various services, including crisis intervention, trauma-informed support, and violence prevention initiatives. The organization employs 190 staff members and relies on over 1,000 volunteers, providing essential resources such as a residential emergency shelter and a 24/7 hotline for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
The resolution expresses the Texas House of Representatives' congratulations to HAWC on this significant milestone and acknowledges the agency's nearly 50 years of dedication to helping survivors heal and seek justice. It also extends best wishes to the staff, volunteers, and clients of HAWC for their future endeavors. An official copy of the resolution will be prepared as a token of esteem from the Texas House of Representatives.