About Our sisters' House
Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault since 1995
Established in 1995
For more than 30 years, Our Sisters’ House has been a trusted source of support, advocacy, and empowerment for women, youth, and families throughout Pierce County. Founded in 1995, the organization was born from a vision shared by Sharon Manier and Bettye Blakeney, who recognized the need for a safe, supportive, and culturally responsive environment for young women facing difficult circumstances.
What began as a dream to create opportunities for at-risk youth quickly grew into a community-driven organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome barriers, heal from trauma, and build brighter futures. Guided by compassion, cultural responsiveness, and a commitment to justice, Our Sisters’ House has spent three decades standing alongside those seeking safety, support, and hope.
Today, that same vision continues through our advocacy services, youth programs, violence prevention efforts, and survivor-centered support, impacting thousands of lives across Pierce County.
Our Mission
Our Sisters’ House leads, empowers, and inspires change to end gender-based violence, including domestic and intimate partner violence, sexual assault, stalking, and teen dating violence, through culturally specific, trauma-informed prevention, intervention, and advocacy services. Rooted in and accountable to Black and African American women, girls, and court-involved youth, we foster positive youth development and create pathways to safety, healing, and long-term well-being. Through community-driven solutions, we work to reduce violence, address systemic inequities, and strengthen the communities we serve.
A Legacy of Hope and Healing
For generations, Our Sisters’ House has been a place where individuals and families can find support, connection, and encouragement during some of life’s most difficult moments. Through compassionate advocacy, culturally responsive services, and community-centered programs, we have helped countless people move toward safety, stability, and healing.
Our legacy is not measured only by years of service, but by the lives impacted, the voices empowered, and the communities strengthened along the way. Every survivor supported, every young person mentored, and every family connected to resources represents the ongoing impact of our work and the collective strength of the community we serve.
As we continue forward, we remain committed to fostering hope, advancing equity, and creating opportunities for individuals and families to thrive for generations to come.
Our Story
Explore the milestones, achievements, and defining moments that have shaped Our Sisters' House over the past three decades.
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