Pace Women’s Justice Center hosts several events each year with the goals of raising awareness of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse, honoring outstanding change-makers within our community, and fundraising in support of our critical services for survivors of abuse.
Upcoming Events
Celebrating 35 Years of Justice
Please join Pace Women's Justice Center (PWJC) our 2026 Annual Benefit marking 35 years of growth, service, and progress for survivors. This milestone evening will honor Dean Angie D’Agostino and PWJC’s Pro Bono Volunteer Program while raising critical funds to sustain PWJC’s free legal services for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and elder abuse. Enjoy an elevated reception-style dinner designed for networking and connection with leaders from across our community, followed by a brief seated program celebrating PWJC’s legacy and the future of justice for survivors.
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Questions? Email us at pwjcevents@law.pace.edu or call (914) 422-4396.
Past Events
Cocktails for a Cause
Cocktails for a Cause is Pace Women’s Justice Center’s annual cocktail party, raising vital funds for our work empowering survivors in the community.
Raising the Bar Benefit Concert
In October, domestic violence awareness month, Pace Women’s Justice Center commemorates three decades of protecting thousands of women and children with its Raising the Bar Benefit Concert. The event is an occasion to honor an individual who has dedicated themselves to supporting PWJC'S mission and clients with the Making a Difference Award. Our Benefit Concert series was awarded Westchester Magazine's Best of Westchester 2024: Best Non-Profit Event.
PWJC Benefit Dinner
Previously the Pace Women’s Justice Center held an annual Benefit Dinner to honor and celebrate the meaningful work of its volunteers, partners and advocates.
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- 2020 Celebrating Justice Virtual Event (Video | Virtual Journal)
Honoring the Thomas & Agnes Carvel Foundation - 2019 Celebrating Justice Benefit Dinner (Photos)
Honoring Professor Gretchen Flint and The Dobkin Family Foundation - 2018 Making a Difference Benefit Dinner (Photos)
Honoring Jacqueline Hattar, Esq. and Anne Marie Hynes, Esq
- 2020 Celebrating Justice Virtual Event (Video | Virtual Journal)
Other Events
Pace Women’s Justice Center hosts a variety of additional educational, outreach, and fundraising events to raise awareness of domestic violence and support victims of abuse.
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- 2021 S.I.P. with PWJC: Let’s Talk About It (Video)
- 2021 Conversation with Author, Amy Butcher (Video)
- 2021 Q+A On the Film, Donna: Stronger Than Pretty (Video)
- 2021 Q+A Discussion: Gail Katz-Bierenbaum Case, As Reported on ABC's 20/20 (Video)
- 2021 Webinar: Emojis in the Context of Domestic Violence (Video)
- 2020 S.I.P. with PWJC: Mindfulness in Uncertain Times (Video)