Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2021

Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2021 has arrived!

DVAM was launched nationwide in October 1987 as a way to unite the individuals and organizations working to address domestic violence issues. Over 30 years later, what began as a single day of unity has become a month-long, nationwide movement whose mission is to raise awareness around violence and to prevent its spread. 

Domestic Violence Awareness month gives SDVSAS the opportunity every year to come together with the Skagit community and increase awareness around ways domestic violence can be prevented and how victims can be supported. During the COVID-19 pandemic, SDVSAS has seen an increased need for interpersonal violence services and the importance of community and connection for victims of violence. 

This year’s DVAM theme is: The Power of Connection. 

To facilitate the power of connection in our community, participate in the DVAM mission, and to support survivors in Skagit, SDVSAS is proud to host four free, one-hour, weekly virtual workshops during October to explore and teach different topics around connection. 

• Week 1 Theme: Connecting with Ourselves
  • Hosted virtually on October 6th from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
  • This workshop will cover how to make a self-care plan and explore topics around trauma and coping.
  • Register here!
• Week 2 Theme: Connecting with Youth
  • Hosted virtually on October 13th from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
  • Centered around talking to youth about relationships, this workshop will explore consent, healthy communication, and information on how to be an askable adult. 
  • Register here!
• Week 3 Theme: Connecting within Relationships
  • Hosted virtually on October 20th from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
  • During this workshop, learn about the best ways to connect in a relationship through communication and boundary establishment. 
  • Register here!
• Week 4 Theme: Connecting with Community
  • Hosted virtually on October 27th from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
  • Sometimes, being an engaged bystander is the best way to support survivors. Exploring topics on supporting survivors and preventing further violence, this workshop will give you the tools you need to make our community a safer, healthier place. 
  • Register here!

Like and follow the SDVSAS Facebook or Instagram for continuing updates on DVAM activities. Thank you for your involvement, Skagit! Together, we can end violence in our community. 

Purple Thursday is a national day of action each October during Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

It is an opportunity to increase awareness about domestic violence and an easy way for people to show their commitment to promoting healthy relationships. Please join us on October 21st! Wear purple, be a voice, and start a conversation about domestic violence.

On the 21st, dig through your closet, snag something purple and snap a selfie! Post your pictures on Facebook, “check in” or “tag” Skagit DVSAS, and use #purplethursday to raise awareness.