09/14/2026
đź’ś OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
**You are not alone.**
**SAFETY. SUPPORT. HOPE.**
**Educate • Support • End the Cycle**
What is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior used by one person to gain power and control over another. It can happen in any relationship and it’s not just physical.
It can include:
* Physical abuse
* Emotional abuse
* Verbal abuse
* Financial abuse
* Sexual abuse
* Isolation and control
**It’s abuse. No matter how it looks.**
You Deserve…
âś“ To feel safe.
âś“ To be respected.
âś“ To be heard.
âś“ To have your freedom.
âś“ To live without fear.
There is help. There is hope.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, reach out. **You are not alone and support is available.**
END DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Everyone deserves a safe tomorrow
GET HELP / RESOURCES
**National Domestic Violence Hotline**
**1-800-799-SAFE (7233)**
thehotline.org
**Text “START” to 88788**
24/7 confidential support
**Local shelters & advocacy services**
Contact your local domestic violence organization.
**AWARENESS CHANGES LIVES** đź’ś
