YWCA Puts a Focus on Domestic Abuse in Greenwich

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Conceived by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV), October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). According to the NCADV, one in three women, and one in four men have been physically abused by an intimate partner, and the effects on children are painful and overwhelming. The intent of DVAM is to raise awareness of this devastating and complex issue and connect victims with advocates and agencies that are working together to end domestic violence.

During the month of October, YWCA Greenwich is sponsoring events to raise awareness and asks the Greenwich community to be part of the movement to end domestic violence. YWCA Greenwich stands against domestic violence by providing free crisis intervention services; violence prevention, healthy relationships and teen dating violence programs in schools; and community outreach, education and training. YWCA is the only agency in Greenwich licensed and accredited by the state to treat adult and child victims of domestic violence.

“While an enormous amount of work has been done to serve and support victims and families of domestic violence,” said Mita Spilo, interim President and CEO, YWCA Greenwich, “we still have a long way to go to increase awareness, remove stigmas, and start the prevention process early through schools.”

During the month of October:

Raising Funds: YWCA Greenwich is participating in the Purple Purse Challenge to raise money in support of YWCA Greenwich Domestic Abuse Services. To donate, go to crowdrise.com/ywcaGreenwich-purplepurse2016

Increase Awareness: Visit the Gertrude White Gallery at the YWCA to see “Hashtag That! Social Media’s Impact on Domestic Violence.” The show brings to light how social media influences the conversation on domestic violence.

Honor Courage: YWCA Greenwich will host a Special Evening of Hope on Thursday, Oct. 20, to honor survivors of domestic violence and light candles of hope for the future. The event starts at 6:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

Impact on Children: The Greenwich Bow Tie Criterion Cinema will run the film, The Children Next Door, a true story that follows a young family’s journey and looks at domestic violence from the perspective of childhood. A panel discussion will follow. Tuesday, Oct. 25. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance at ywcagreenwich.org/childrennextdoor or $15 at the door and $5 for students. Not appropriate for children under 15.

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