What is Domestic Violence Awareness Month?
Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is observed every October in the United States to raise awareness about domestic violence, honor survivors, and remember those who have lost their lives to abuse. The month aims to foster a society that does not tolerate intimate partner violence.
DVAM has several key goals:
- Educate the Public: Raise awareness of the prevalence and impact of domestic violence while breaking down stigmas and misconceptions surrounding it.
- Support Survivors: Share the stories of survivors, recognize their courage, and provide resources and encouragement.
- Engage Communities: Encourage community action through donations, volunteer work, and advocacy to prevent future violence and support survivor services.
- Promote Prevention: Encourage education on healthy relationships, recognize the warning signs of abuse, and advocate for bystander intervention.
This month serves as a time for individuals, communities, organizations, and agencies to come together in solidarity with survivors and renew their commitment to creating a safer future for survivors of domestic violence.
For DVAM in 2024, Many of Our Community Members Made a Purple Promise
The Purple Promise is a commitment to stand with survivors and ensure they have the support and resources they need all year round.
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