DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH 2025
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Join us as we mark the month with a series of events and community activities, aiming to empower every individual with essential knowledge on domestic violence and the ways to find support.
Join the movement to stand with survivors and eliminate domestic violence for future generations. The staggering facts are that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience severe physical abuse at the hands of an intimate partner during their lifetime. Chances are, everyone knows someone who has been impacted by this public health crisis.
All month long, we will be spreading the word that healthy relationships are based on learned behavior, focusing on educating our community about maintaining relationships that are rooted in respect and understanding.
Be A Part of the Change:
Join the Action: Take part in one of our public proclamations and be a voice.
Learn the Facts: Download our free resource guide to learn more about domestic violence dynamics and how to connect with DVCC to get help for you or a loved one.
Spread the Word: Share our content on social media with #beabeacon and #loveequalsrespect.
Boost the Movement:
Your participation, shares, and contributions are the catalysts for building awareness and breaking the stigma around domestic violence. Domestic violence thrives in silence. Use your voice to stand with survivors and let others know that help is available.
We are thrilled to step into a month brimming with meaningful conversations and educational opportunities to work toward eliminating domestic violence. Let’s all be a beacon of hope, support, and transformation in our community!
Did you know?
DVCC’s Schedule of DVAM 2025 Events and Initiatives
Proclamations
Local government officials will hold proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend!
DVAM Proclamations:
New Canaan: Tuesday, October 1st, 9:00 AM, New Canaan High School
Wilton: Friday, October 3rd, 10:00 AM, Wilton Town Hall
Darien: Tuesday, October 7th, 11:00AM, Darien Town Hall
Norwalk: Wednesday, October 8th, 10:00 AM, Norwalk City Hall
Stamford: Thursday, October 9th, 9:00 AM, Stamford Government Center
Weston: Thursday, October 9th, 1:00 PM, Weston Town Hall
Westport: Friday, October 10th, 9:30 AM, Westport Town Hall
DVAM Upcoming Events:
Norwalk: Tuesday, October 10th, 6:00 PM, Candlelight Vigil at Norwalk Police Dept.
Norwalk: Tuesday, October 16th, 6:00 PM, Healthy Relationships & Red Flags, YWCA
Coffee Sleeve Day
Thursday, October 23rd
The Domestic Violence Crisis Center is partnering with local coffee shops to use custom coffee sleeves to bring awareness of domestic violence and available resources. Stop by one of the participating shops on Thursday, October 23rd and show your support for survivors while enjoying your morning java!
Stamford
Cafe Oolala
Winfield Street Coffee
Humbled
DiMare Pastry Shop
Nora’s Ovenworks
Lorca
Norwalk
SoNo Baking Company
Hometown Deli
Wave Hill Bakery
Darien
NEAT
SoNo Baking Company
New Canaan
Dolce Italian Cafe
Tony’s Deli
Club Sandwich
Zumbachs
Westport
Wilton
Starbucks
Tusk and Cup Fine Coffee
Purple Thursday
Thursday, October 23rd
Purple Thursday is October 23rd. On this national day of awareness, individuals around the nation wear purple, the color for domestic violence awareness. Make sure to post on social media, tag us, and say why you are wearing purple! Use the hashtags #DVAM, #PurpleThursday and #loveequalsrespect
Check back here throughout the month for updates and more events!
Month Long Initiatives
Library Outreach
Novels can be a powerful way to learn about the dynamics around domestic violence. Local libraries will feature a display of books that have stories of domestic violence as part of the plot. Click the image to the left to see our suggested book list, and click here to download our discussion guide for Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarity. Consider hosting a book club for the month and start this important conversation with friends. Look for these book displays/lists at the public libraries in Stamford, Norwalk, New Canaan, Darien and Wilton!
Police Cruiser Magnets
Be on the lookout for police cruisers displaying our DVAM magnets throughout the month.
DVAM Resources