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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Calendar

Use our calendar this month to learn about ways to get involved, to educate yourself about the dynamics of DV, as well as ways to use your voice to raise awareness about domestic violence, because . . . What a difference safety makes for survivors and their children/pets.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Sunday, 10/1

Today we invite you to stand with Rose Brooks, with a true sense of unity to end domestic violence. Because your voice matters.

Monday 10/2

A survivor’s voice “in their words.” See, and share, what a difference safety makes for those escaping domestic violence.

Tuesday, 10/3

Today, we highlight Rose Brooks Center’s hospital-based Bridge Program, as part of our community outreach services. When it’s 2am in the emergency room, Rose Brooks is here.

Wednesday, 10/4

Respect their confidentiality. Visit any of our social channels to see today’s tip to help survivors. Share if it’s safe to do so. #YourVoiceMatters

Thursday, 10/5

Believe them. Visit any of our social channels to see today’s tip to help survivors. Share if it’s safe to do so. #YourVoiceMatters

Friday, 10/6

Today’s #DVAM2023 stat is about our beloved family pets. Visit any of our social channels to see today’s tip to help survivors. Share if it’s safe to do so. #YourVoiceMatters

Saturday, 10/7

We highlight Emergency Shelter today as part of our safety and support services. When you all need somewhere safe to go, Rose Brooks is here.

Sunday, 10/8

Today, consider a gift to Rose Brooks with one simple text. Text DVAM2023 to 41444 and give the gift of safety. Or visit the text-to-give online form below!

A survivor’s voice “in their words.” See, and share, what a difference safety makes for those escaping domestic violence.

Monday, 10/9

To #StayConnected with our friends and family can be an important part of a domestic violence survivor’s safety plan. Visit any of our social channels to see today’s tip to help survivors. Share if it’s safe to do so. #YourVoiceMatters

Tuesday, 10/10

A survivor’s voice “in their words.” See, and share, what a difference safety makes for those escaping domestic violence.

Wednesday, 10/11

Today we ask you to consider a gift to Rose Brooks Center as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Your gifts help families rebuild their lives, as they walk toward a safe future.

Thursday, 10/12

#KnowTheSigns Relationships with an abusive partner and relationships with healthy partners often start the same. Confusing, isn’t it? Visit any of our social channels to learn more. Share if it’s safe to do so. #YourVoiceMatters

Friday, 10/13

A survivor’s voice “in their words.” See, and share, what a difference safety makes for those escaping domestic violence.

Saturday, 10/14

What is a safety plan and how do you personalize it to you? How does it help a survivor’s safety.

Sunday, 10/15

Today we ask you to consider a gift to Rose Brooks Center as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Your gifts help families rebuild their lives, as they walk toward a safe future.

monday, 10/16

#KnowTheSigns Relationships with an abusive partner and relationships with healthy partners often start the same. Confusing, isn’t it? Visit any of our social channels to learn more. Share if it’s safe to do so. #YourVoiceMatters

Tuesday, 10/17

Week of Action – Talk about it Tuesday. Talk with friends, family, sons and daughters about the issue of domestic and dating violence. You can also educate yourself on red flags of any abusive relationship and what other resources are available.

Wednesday, 10/18

Share a Resource Wednesday – #DomesticViolence impacts us all. Today, you can make a difference by sharing resources for women, men, #LGBTQ+, and more. A full list of national, inclusive resources below. And you can always share Rose Brooks Center as a resource, including our Safety Plans. 

Hotline: 816-861-6100.

Reach out. Be safe.

Thursday, 10/19

Week of Action – Today we join the national movement and wear purple! A simple and meaningful way to raise awareness about domestic violence. Use your voice and post with #PurpleThursday. Share resources by tagging victim service organizations and/or Rose Brooks Center. Someone needs to see you… and hear your voice. #YourVoiceMatters

Friday, 10/20

Share any of our SOCIAL channels with your network and ask them to follow us for resources and kindness. OR sign up for our E-NEWS (sent only with important stuff to share) today. Just scroll down to the footer to sign up.

Saturday, 10/21

Week of Action – After a full week of action, today is the day we show all survivors they are not alone, and we are raising awareness about domestic violence. Download one of our images below for your social channel profile picture or to share on your profile.

Sunday, 10/22

Use our Stand with Rose Brooks sign and make your own statement today! Share on social media why you stand with us, or use the following examples to make a powerful statement. Someone close to you may need to hear your voice.

Examples you can use:

I #StandWithRoseBrooks because together we can end #domesticviolence. Will you join me in supporting/standing @rosebrookskc? #YourVoiceMatters

More than 50% of victims won’t leave without their pet. That’s why @rosebrookscenter built a pet shelter. Will you join me in standing with @rosebrookscenter?

Monday, 10/23

Consider a gift today in support of the families and pets finding safety at Rose Brooks Center.

Tuesday, 10/24

Today we highlight our 24/7 Crisis Hotline as part of our support and emergency services. When you feel like you are ready to talk about your relationship, Rose Brooks Is Here.

Wednesday, 10/25

Did you know we have all of our printed newsletter articles online? Check it out today and share this ‘snackable’ content with your networks.

Thursday, 10/26

A survivor’s voice “in their words.” See, and share, what a difference safety makes for those escaping domestic violence.

 

Friday, 10/27

Did you know we have a monthly donor program called Life Savers? Join a community of LIFE SAVERS who are helping families have a new, safe life away from domestic violence. Consider signing up this month during #DVAM2021.

Saturday, 10/28

Our annual Cabaret event is Sunday, February 25th! Each year Cabaret is an important part of our capacity to provide care to survivors, and this year is certainly no different. To learn more about this event or how to attend, FROM ANYWHERE:

Sunday, 10/29

We highlight our school-based Project SAFE™ today as part of our violence prevention and community outreach services. When Ending The Cycle Of Violence Means Early Intervention, Rose Brooks Is Here.

Monday, 10/30

A survivor’s voice “in their words.” A survivor’s voice “in their words.” See, and share, what a difference safety makes for those escaping domestic violence.

Tuesday, 10/31

Did you know we have a monthly donor program called Life Savers? Join a community of LIFE SAVERS who are helping families have a new, safe life away from domestic violence. Consider signing up this month during #DVAM2021.