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July 2026:

Measuring 30 Years of Impact

Letter from the Executive Director

Over the past several months, as we have celebrated Daya's 30th anniversary, I have found myself asking a simple question: How do you measure 30 years of impact? Sometimes, impact is visible in numbers. In 2016, Daya served 286 survivors. By 2025, that number had more than doubled to 683. In the first six months of 2026, Daya served 390 clients, a 7% increase over the 366 clients served during the same period in 2025.

But the true measure of our impact is not simply how many people we serve. It is how their lives change because someone answered the phone, listened without judgement, helped them create a safety plan, stood beside them in court, connected them to counseling, helped them find safe housing, or provided them with options and support as they decided what safety and healing could look like for them.

Behind every number is a person who reached out during one of the most frightening and uncertain moments of their life. Our work is deeply personal because every survivor's needs, fears, culture, and hopes are deeply personal. And that is only one part of Daya's mission.

The other part is equally important: educating the community in an effort to end the cycle of abuse. If we truly want to create lasting change, we cannot only respond after violence occurs. We must also work to prevent it.

Every presentation, training, outreach event, and community conversation is an opportunity to change how people understand abuse. By engaging healthcare professionals, schools, faith communities, law enforcement, businesses, nonprofits, elected officials, and community members, Daya raises awareness, challenges stigma, promotes healthy relationships, and helps people recognize abuse and respond with compassion.

We may never know the full ripple effect of this work. It may be a friend recognizing the warning signs and reaching out to someone in danger. It may be a faith leader responding differently when a survivor seeks help. It may be a young person learning that control is not love. It may be a professional becoming better equipped to support someone whose culture shapes the choices available to them.

To me, that is the beauty of Daya's mission.

Every day, we have the privilege of helping survivors rebuild their lives. At the same time, we are planting the seeds that we hope will create safer families, healthier relationships, and stronger communities for generations to come.

As we prepare for our 30th Anniversary Gala, we look forward to honoring the resilience of survivors and celebrating the founders, supporters, staff, volunteers, partners, and community members who have made Daya's work possible over the past three decades.

Thirty years is a remarkable milestone, but our work is far from finished. The impact of the past three decades inspires us to continue standing beside survivors, educating our community, and building a future where every individual can live with safety, dignity, and hope.

Thank you for being part of Daya's journey. We look forward to celebrating with you on September 18!

Tasneem Rajan

Employee of the Quarter - Gayatri Joshi

We’re excited to recognize another outstanding member of the Daya team!

Please join us in congratulating our Employee of the Quarter, Gayatri Joshi, our Advocacy Manager!

For 30 years, Daya’s impact has been measured not only by the lives we’ve touched, but by the dedication, compassion, and commitment of the people who make our mission possible every day. Gayatri embodies that impact through her unwavering commitment to survivors, her leadership within the advocacy team, and the care she brings to every interaction. Her compassion, empathy, and collaborative spirit strengthen Daya’s advocacy services, support her team, and inspire everyone around her.

Gayatri, thank you for your incredible work, your leadership, and the difference you make each day. We are so grateful to have you as part of the Daya family!

Daya Throwback - Bridging the Gap: Starting Conversations That Matter

For 30 years, Daya has been committed to more than supporting survivors. We have worked to address the root causes of domestic and sexual violence through outreach and prevention initiatives.

In 2006, Daya hosted Bridging the Gap, a community seminar in Sugar Land focused on helping teens and young adults understand and cope with stress and depression. It was one of many conversations that reflected Daya's commitment to raising awareness, fostering dialogue, and creating spaces where communities can learn, connect, and grow stronger together. 

That commitment continues today. In 2026 alone, Daya has reached more than 18,500 individuals through outreach booths, education trainings, awareness initiatives, and community-building events. Through our signaure events like Brown Bodies, Bold Stories, Daya brings people together to challenge stigma, spark meaningful conversations, and empower our community with knowledge and resources

Creating lasting change means not only supporting survivors after violence occurs, but also working to prevent it before it begins. We hope you will continue to join us as we raise awareness, inspire change, and work toward a future free from violence. 

Upcoming Events

Join Our Team

As Daya continues to grow, we are expanding our team and looking for passionate, compassionate individuals who are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of survivors.

We are currently hiring for the following positions:

Director of Programs

Counseling Manager

Outreach & Prevention Manager

Temporary Client Advocate

At Daya, every team member plays a vital role in creating pathways to safety, healing, and empowerment. If you are ready to use your skills and passion to support survivors and strengthen our community, we would love to hear from you.

View full job descriptions and apply here!

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Community Spotlight

We are grateful to our community partners whose generosity continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve.

A heartfelt thank you to Lena's Foundation for providing 32 meals to Daya clients over the July 4th weekend, offering comfort and nourishment to their families. Lena's Foundation is also awarding scholarships to two of our clients' children, empowering survivors and their families as they pursue their educational goals and build brighter futures.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Texas Advocacy Project for donating 20 backpacks, ensuring the families we serve have the supplies they need for a successful school year.

Together, your generosity helps create a stronger, more supported community.

2026 Back-to-School Drive:

Supporting Families for a Successful Year

As families prepare for the upcoming school year, Daya is collecting school supplies to support children and families in our community. Your generosity helps ensure students have the tools they need to feel prepared, confident, and ready to learn.

Join us in making a difference by donating needed supplies or funds to our Back-to-School Drive. Every donation helps provide meaningful support to families as they begin a new school year.



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