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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)! This month provides an opportunity each year to educate the community on the pattern of abusive behaviors that alter the lives of too many of our neighbors, friends and family. Get involved with us throughout October by participating in our awareness events, sharing news and social media posts and more. Join our cause to stay engaged all year long!

Highlights from DVAM 2018

In addition to the following public events, Doorways collaborated with the Arlington County Police Department, Arlington County Public Schools, Georgetown SigEp and more community partners during DVAM. 

#Knowthe5

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)! Learn the 5 key facts about financial abuse and economic empowerment, and take action to support a survivor during the Purple Purse Challenge.

#31DaysofDVAM

Each day in October, we share information, resources and ways to take action using #31DaysofDVAM on Twitter. Follow Doorways on Twitter and retweet to your followers to spread the word!

NOVA Pride – September 19th

Every program we operate is staffed with persons trained in supporting survivors who identify as LGBTQ+, as well as staff who identify as LGBTQ+. We understand that intimate partner violence occurs across all populations, and we are here for every survivor in our community. We tabled at NOVA Pride to share about Doorways’ programs and services.

Purple Purse Challenge – October 2nd-31st

Doorways participated in the Purple Purse Challenge, which helps empower survivors with the tools they need to achieve safety and stability.

Arlington’s DVAM Kickoff – October 4th

“Domestic Violence doesn’t just happen at home. It is happening at school, work, and in the Arlington community. Let’s talk about it.” Doorways joined the County’s kickoff event featuring Arlington community leaders and guest speaker Kate Ranta.

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Arlington Students’ Healthy Relationship Taskforce (HRT) Meeting – October 9th

Arlington Public Schools students raise awareness and promoting healthy relationships. Learn more.

Brighter Futures Breakfast and 40th Anniversary Celebration – October 12th

Arlington advocates and community leaders came together on Friday, October 12th, for this free fundraising event highlighting our community’s collective impact in the lives of thousands of local women, men, youth and children who experienced homelessness and abuse. Attendees heard firsthand accounts from individuals who have benefited from Doorways’ programs and services, and learned about issues impacting thousands of Arlingtonians, and how we can all make a difference in their lives and in our community.

Purple Thursday – October 18th

Every year, Doorways participates in Purple Out to raise awareness, support survivors and take a stand against domestic violence! Wear purple and post your pictures to social media to show your support!

Invite your friends to join you to multiply your impact!

Highlights from DVAM 2017

In addition to the following public events, Doorways also collaborated with the Arlington County Police Department, Arlington County Public Schools, Arlington Young Professionals, Phoenix House and Georgetown SigEp during DVAM. 

If you’re interested in having Doorways participate in your event, please contact Linley Beckbridge, Communications and Outreach Manager, at 703-504-9283 or LBeckbridge@DoorwaysVA.org. We look forward to hearing from you!

#Knowthe5

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)! Learn the 5 key facts about financial abuse and economic empowerment, and take action to support a survivor today.

#31DaysofDVAM

Each day in October, we share information, resources and ways to take action using #31DaysofDVAM on Twitter. Follow Doorways on Twitter and retweet to your followers to spread the word!

NOVA Pride – October 1st

Stop by our table—shared with Shelter House, a community-based non-profit organization serving homeless families and domestic violence victims in Fairfax County—to learn about Doorways’ programs and services. Learn more.

Purple Purse Challenge – October 2nd-31st

Donate to Doorways through the Purple Purse Challenge to help us earn chances to win extra funds to support our financial education. Your gift can help transform the lives of women and families by providing skills and practical tools they can use every day. Empower survivors with the tools they need to achieve safety and stability by donating through our Purple Purse Challenge page on Crowdrise, starting Monday, October 2nd at 12:00 p.m. ET through Tuesday, October 31st at 1:59:59 p.m. ET.:

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Arlington’s DVAM 2017 Kickoff – October 4th

Join Arlington’s Project PEACE and Doorways at the Arlington County Courthouse at 4:00 p.m. in the 10th Floor Jury Assembly Room for a DVAM kickoff! The short program will honor survivors and local accomplishments, and will include special announcements and light refreshments.

Purple Purse: Shop for a Cause – October 7th

Join your local Allstate agent to support our community at their Purple Purse event benefiting Doorways. Shop at Bloomingdales at Tysons Corner Center from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on October 7th. At checkout, let your cashier know your purchase is for charity and you need a duplicate receipt. Allstate will collect the duplicate receipts on the 2nd Floor to track purchases benefiting Doorways. Bloomingdales will donate 10% of total tracked purchases! Learn more and RSVP on Facebook.

Campaign for Brighter Futures Breakfast – October 13th

Join us Friday, October 13th for the Campaign for Brighter Futures Breakfast! This hour-long, free fundraising event highlights more than 39 years of building brighter futures through Doorways’ progressive programs,  life-changing results, and its unbelievably generous community of supporters.  New this year – the Breakfast takes place at Hyatt Regency Crystal City to accommodate even more guests.  You definitely won’t want to miss this!

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Purple Thursday – October 19th

Join us to raise awareness, support survivors and take a stand against domestic violence! Wear purple and post your pictures to social media to show your support!

Invite your friends to join you to multiply your impact! Learn more and join NNEDV’s Thunderclap to help spread the word.

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Spooky Paws Stroll – October 28th

This family- and dog-friendly event benefits Doorways for Women and Families and Homeward Trails Animal Rescue. Dogs and kids walk for free, but you do not have to have a dog to participate. Learn more and register now.

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Highlights from DVAM 2016

Purple Purse Challenge – September 28th-October 25th

Doorways raised critical funds through the Purple Purse Challenge to help us earn chances to win extra funds to support our financial education. These funds help transform the lives of women and families by providing skills and practical tools they can use every day. Supporters empowered survivors with the tools they need to achieve safety and stability by donating through our Purple Purse Challenge page on Crowdrise.

#31DaysofDVAM

Each day in October, we shared information, resources and ways to take action using #31DaysofDVAM on Twitter. Each October, follow Doorways on Twitter and retweet to your followers to spread the word!

Purple Out Courthouse – October 6th

We joined the Arlington County Courthouse to celebrate the fourth annual Purple Out event as well as Project PEACE’s 10th Anniversary Celebration! See #PurpleOutDMV for photos on social media. Learn more.

Shattering The Silence: Artists Speak Against Domestic Violence – October 18th

This evening of spoken word and music was hosted by the Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.  at Busboys and Poets in Shirlington. Donations will benefit Doorways.

Turkey Trot Kickoff Party – October 19th

We gathered with friends and communtiy partners at the 2016 Arlington Turkey Trot Kick-Off Party, the proceeds of which benefited the 2016 Arlington Turkey Trot beneficiaries: Doorways for Women and Families; Arlington Food Assistance Center (AFAC); Arlington Street People’s Assistance Network (A-SPAN); Arlington Thrive; and Bridges To Independence

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Purple Thursday – October 20th

Members of our community joined us to raise awareness, support survivors and take a stand against domestic violence!

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Howl-O-Ween Dog Walk – October 22nd

This family- and dog-friendly event benefited Doorways for Women and Families and Homeward Trails Animal Rescue. Learn more.

SigEp’s Halloween 5K Against Domestic Violence – October 29th

The Georgetown community came together in solidarity with domestic violence survivors to mark the conclusion of Domestic Violence Awareness Month with the 3rd Annual Halloween 5K Against Domestic Violence. All proceeds from the event went directly to Doorways. Learn more.

Highlights from DVAM 2015

County Board Declares October Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Arlington

The declaration was shared on October 6th at the Arlington County Courthouse during the Third Annual “Purple Out Courthouse” to mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Read more.

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Arlington County Police Department Partners with Doorways to Bring Attention to Domestic Violence

Throughout the month of October, a purple ribbon donated by Doorways was displayed on many of County police vehicles in support of the efforts to reduce the incidence and severity of domestic violence in our community. Read more.

#31DaysofDVAM

Each day in October, we shared information, resources and ways to take action using #31DaysofDVAM on Twitter.

Purple Out

On Thursday, October 22nd, 2015 community members near and far joined us for Purple Out on Purple Thursday to raise awareness, support survivors and take a stand against domestic violence.

5th Annual Howl-o-Ween Dog Walk

Through the family- and dog-friendly Howl-o-Ween Walk, our community raised awareness and funds to support survivors of abuse and homelessness, both people and pets. This joint effort between Doorways for Women and Families and Homeward Trails Animal Rescue occurs around Halloween each year, so plan to join us next year!