Children's Exposure to Violence
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Domestic Violence Awareness Month evolved from the first Day of Unity, which was observed in October 1981 by the National Coalition against Domestic Violence. The day's intent was to connect battered women's advocates from across the nation. Today, various advocate's groups conduct a range of activities at the local, state, and national levels.
Any violence taking place within a family or intimate relationship is domestic violence. It includes abuse of spouses, girlfriends and boyfriends, children, and elderly people. Domestic violence cuts across all socioeconomic, ethnic, racial, religious, and age groups.
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Safe Start Center is offering resources about domestic violence for families, professionals and advocates. For information on activities during the month, visit the Domestic Violence Awareness Month website.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month - 2009 Resource Packet
This web site is coordinated by the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence and includes resources and ideas relevant to educational efforts in preparation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), traditionally observed in October. The 2009 packet includes a collection of informational materials, fact sheets, articles and order forms. For information about the resource packets and/or the Domestic Violence Awareness Project, contact the National Resource Center on Domestic Violence by telephone at (800) 537-2238 or TTY at (800) 553-2508. http://www.ncadv.org/aboutus.php.
SAFETY ALERT: If you or someone you know is in danger, call 911 or National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE | Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) Hotline: 800-656-HOPE | National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: 866-331-9474
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