Each October, advocates, survivors, and supporters recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) so people know that they’re not alone, support is available, and intimate partner violence is preventable.… read more “#Every1KnowsSome1 National Campaign to Raise Awareness about Domestic Violence”
You may have seen some local articles and stories about increases in sexual and domestic violence calls in Virginia during this pandemic (and here’s one at the national level).… read more “New Statewide COVID-19 Campaign”
Did you know that all 40 State Senate and 100 House of Delegates seats are up for election this November? These members of the Virginia General Assembly will make decisions… read more “Nov. 5 is Our Chance to Start Building a Radically Hopeful Future– #SurvivorsVote”
Have you ever witnessed something so fantastic that you could not accurately describe it to friends or family? Have you thought, “They would not believe this?” Yet, you tell your… read more “Why Believe?”
Every two minutes, another American is sexually assaulted, 80% of whom are under the age of 30. Knowing how to respond is critical—a negative response can worsen the trauma and… read more “Start By Believing”
Virginia Sexual & Domestic Violence Agencies