National Women's Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation (NWCAVE)

08/24/2026

- National Women's Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation (NWCAVE) is thrilled to enhance our partnership with Vancouver Family Magazine!

NWCAVE has been a proud distribution site for them for years and have advertised over the years.

VFM media partnership with Java For Justice this past year spotlighted our award honorees Sgt Tanya Wollstein from Vancouver Police Department and also Lisa Guerrero.

Now to further our commitment to making media matter, we will expand our awareness efforts on Mental Health with NAMI Southwest Washington, Dignity Clothing Program at NWCAVE Clothing Drive at Farrar's Bistro, National Day of Remembrance For Murder Victims - Clark County, WA , Java for Justice - Gala 2027 CSI Training Crimes, Creators, & Coffee
and so much more!

Thank you to VFM and we look forward to working with you again this year on a greater scale!

08/24/2026

MEDIA MONDAY - Three years ago National Women's Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation (NWCAVE) and our clients, Paul and Julia Nichols, faced a monster who only received 24yrs for strangulation, murder, and hiding our client's teenage daughter.

The judge allowed NWCAVE to present an impact statement for the court after a decade of searching for . Learn more at Justice for Kara Nichols

https://youtu.be/m9KKDl220xE?is=j0B4mRm1fAOnqvxb

Video by Law&Crime

Before a judge sentenced Joel Hollendorfer for the death of 19-year...

08/24/2026

Back To School, Drive Careful!

08/22/2026

Operation Tidal Wave leads to 11 arrests aboard two cruise ships in Boston.

Federal authorities say 11 individuals are accused of receiving and distributing child sexual abuse material.

Customs and Border Protection said the arrests came after searches of the cruise ships Volendam and Norwegian Breakaway as part of “Operation Tidal Wave.”

08/21/2026

Today, August 21st, we remember the late on what would have been her 37th birthday. Hayden passed away on Sunday, August16, 2026. RIP Hayden.

Picture by Emily Buckingham / Hayden Panettiere.

08/21/2026

Thank you Rocking B Farms for sponsoring our clients' children for one last week of summer camp on the farm!

08/19/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
National Women's Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation (NWCAVE) Announces Sheryl "Mac" McCollum as Recipient of the 2027 National Journalism Impact Award

VANCOUVER, Wash. — The National Women's Coalition Against Violence & Exploitation (NWCAVE) is proud to announce that renowned crime journalist, forensic expert, and victim advocate Sheryl "Mac" McCollum has been selected as the recipient of the 2027 National Journalism Impact Award.

McCollum will be honored during Java for Justice - Gala 2027 on Saturday, March 6, 2027, in Vancouver, Washington, as part of NWCAVE's True Crime Weekend.

The National Journalism Impact Award recognizes a journalist whose work demonstrates excellence in reporting on violence, victimization, public safety, and justice while maintaining the highest standards of ethical, victim-centered journalism.

For more than four decades, McCollum has dedicated her career to informing the public through factual, compassionate, and evidence-based reporting. As the founder and director of the Cold Case Investigative Research Institute, an Emmy Award-winning member of the CSI Atlanta team, host of Zone 7 with Sheryl McCollum, author, and writer for CrimeOnline, she has become one of the nation's most respected voices in true crime and forensic investigation. Her work consistently elevates the voices of victims, survivors, and families while educating the public about criminal investigations and the pursuit of justice.

"Sheryl 'Mac' McCollum represents everything this award was created to honor," said Michelle Bart, Founder and President of NWCAVE. "She understands that behind every case is a human life. Her reporting is thoughtful, compassionate, and deeply committed to truth, accountability, and justice. She has set the standard for responsible crime journalism, and we are honored to recognize her extraordinary contributions."

McCollum was nominated by Dr. Terri Armenta, Founder of Forensic Training Unlimited and Director of The Forensic Science Academy, who praised McCollum's unwavering commitment to victim-centered reporting, public education, and collaboration between journalists, investigators, forensic professionals, and victim advocates. The nomination highlights her ability to bring dignity to victims' stories while helping audiences better understand crime, evidence, and the criminal justice system.

The award will be presented during NWCAVE's annual gala, which celebrates individuals whose work has made a lasting impact on victims, survivors, and communities through media, advocacy, and justice.

NWCAVE congratulates Sheryl "Mac" McCollum on this well-deserved recognition and looks forward to celebrating her remarkable career on March 6, 2027.