Jennifer Hixon Archives - San Antonio Report

Sandra Whitley (left) will step down as Executive Director of Thrive Youth Center at Haven for Hope leaving Jenny Hixon (right) in her place.

Under new leadership, Thrive Youth Center continues sheltering LGBTQ youths

by Iris Dimmick September 26, 2023September 27, 2023

Thrive Youth Center will maintain its services and mission under new leadership and may look to establish a stand-alone shelter for LGBTQ youth.

Students carry signs with the faces and names of three fellow students who were victims of domestic violence during the 10th Annual Clothesline Walk at San Antonio College Thursday.

‘Love and fear should never coexist’: SA notches some successes in its fight against domestic violence

by Iris Dimmick February 14, 2022February 14, 2022

San Antonio City Councilman Manny Pelaez (D8) filed three requests recently that could make lessons regarding teen dating and family violence, child abuse, and sex trafficking mandatory for San Antonio students.

New state law on teen violence is welcomed, but councilman hopes to strengthen it

by Iris Dimmick October 25, 2021October 27, 2021

Amid rising deaths stemming from domestic violence, Councilman Manny Pelaez (D8) sought increased funding to violence prevention in 2019.

Local report on domestic violence: Encouraging signs, but long road to addressing problem remains

by Iris Dimmick March 15, 2021March 15, 2021

Janelle, 9, attends the Stand Up SA peace initiative at Lockwood Park..

San Antonio takes public health approach to violence prevention

by Iris Dimmick December 9, 2020December 9, 2020

Domestic violence prevention, courts’ role will be among topics at San Antonio symposium

by Iris Dimmick October 22, 2020October 22, 2020

COVID-19 Hotline Responds to Residents’ Calls in Anxious Times

by Iris Dimmick March 26, 2020March 27, 2020