OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH

No one deserves to be abused and anyone can be a victim.

Speak up: Be a part of the solution

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The COVID-19 health crisis has caused a tremendous spike in incidents of abuse. Even as lockdown restrictions are lifted, we know that the abuse will not simply end, that this remains a critical time for survivors and that education, awareness, and bystander intervention are desperately needed. This October, join us in spreading awareness, activating bystanders, and sharing information that can help those who are experiencing violence during this unprecedented crisis.

Ways to participate:

OPEN HOUSE & TOUR

October 1, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.
Take a virtual tour of NAM’s Family Violence Center to learn the inner workings. Watch the video below to take the tour.

NATIONAL WEAR PURPLE DAY

October 15, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.
Wear the color purple on Thursday, October 15 to show your support & bring awareness.

SILENCE FOR 7

October 15, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.
Join the Family Violence Center on Zoom for The Meditation (a.k.a. Silence for 7). The 7 signifies the average number of times a survivor flees before successfully leaving.

Click on the link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82333914641

WALK FOR SURVIVORS

October 15, 2020
Support survivors of domestic violence by walking a mile in the location of your choice during the day. Post photos on your social media as support for survivors and victims of domestic violence. #YouAreNotAloneDV #NAMHelps #NAMisHere #PurpleEmpowerment #WalkForSurvivors

SOCIAL MEDIA

Throughout the month of October add your message of support via your social media outlets using #YouAreNotAloneDV #NAMHelps

DATING WITH RESPECT VIRTUAL LEARNING

For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we're introducing our Dating with Respect Curriculum, for youth to learn about teen dating violence. We invite educators to contact us, to access the full virtual learning video! Watch the trailer below, or for more info visit our Family Violence Center web page or call 281-885-4673.