WOW POCKET COMMUNITY

FOR SURVIVORS

WOW is proud to announce the construction of a new housing development dedicated to helping those who were affected by domestic abuse.

**Photography by** **Lori Sparkman Photography** **| Shot on location at Women’s Own Worth transition home**
Women’s Own Worth - Rebuilding Lives - Inviting Arkansas
   The trajectory of Jajuan Archer’s life shifted after becoming a victim of domestic violence. She is a survivor. “In 2011 I was almost murdered,” Jajuan recalls. “I needed to get my life back on track. After reaching out to services available through state and federal organizations, I quickly realized that something had to change.” With the unwavering support of family and friends, Jajuan and her husband Greg established Women’s Own Worth as a resource for other victims to pursue greatness.
   For more than a decade, Women’s Own Worth has helped survivors connect with a statewide network of providers. “We try to bridge the gap between state and federally funded organizations,” Jajuan elaborates. “It’s our desire to serve those who have suffered trauma.” The results are measurable and the advocacy initiatives are equally impressive. With a finite focus on mental health therapy, Women’s Own Worth supports more than 200 hours of counseling for clients annually. “We hope to empower others through services that are uplifting.” This includes a scholarship program that helps individuals pursue higher education – an invaluable component of independence and freedom – as well as guidance navigating the legal system. “We have been instrumental in passing two laws to help survivors and now we have accomplished yet another huge goal: transition homes for families.”
   Situated in Saline County; the spacious land provides a safe haven with accountability that cultivates self-esteem and value. Residents are expected to pay a rate based on the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development guidelines. “These homes help families that have been impacted by violence know their worth. Some come to us and have lost everything – their home, car or livelihood. It’s our way of giving a hand up, not a handout.” Furniture and vehicles are other amenities that are funded through strategic partnerships. “Families shouldn’t feel shame or blame for the horrible acts others have done to them. We want to help them reclaim their lives.”
   Jajuan has become an agent of change. She realizes this mission fulfillment work wouldn’t be possible without a community that shares in her vision. ‘’Greg is my biggest supporter. We know that our Savior is the one we give all the glory to for every milestone accomplished.” As Women’s Own Worth continues the relentless pursuit of healing broken families, Jajuan’s optimism is palpable. “This is my second chance to see opportunities and make things better for other people. Our tribe of volunteers help people on their journey to the great lives they deserve.”

WOW has been given a beautiful plot of land and has raised funds for completion of the first single home in a pocket community we are building to help house four families that have been affected by domestic abuse and survivors of violent crimes.

This community will not only be a safe haven for victims but will be a steppingstone for families to get back on their feet and to help survivors on their journey to get the lives they have always deserved. Trauma may have knocked these individuals down but with this community, we aspire to help renew HOPE with love, support, and guidance.

After conducting a site and soil evaluation, we were forced to change our plans. We will now have to build two duplexes instead of individual homes. We are so fortunate to be able to house the same number of families but are now faced with the reality of building more than one unit at a time.

As we work through the additional costs that come with building multiple units during a pandemic, please consider helping us raise the remaining funds to help set up the additional septic system for the second duplex! Any donation means the world to our organization and the families we help.

Community Blessings

“Written in these walls are many blessings.” - Jajuan Archer

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MORE ABOUT THE COMMUNITY

This community will comprise of two duplexes that will house four individual families. This development will feature a community center for families to gather together and enjoy fellowship with one another. These families will be able to live in the homes for six months up to two years. More details and updates to follow!