This year, Doorways' DVAM is going virtual! Participate in virtual events, wear purple for Purple Thursday, learn and share critical info about domestic violence, and more! With your support, Doorways can welcome new families into our care, and care for those who are with us today. Donate Now October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 5 Ways to Take Action This year, Doorways' DVAM is going virtual! Participate in virtual events, wear purple for Purple Thursday, learn and share critical info about domestic violence, and more! Learn More How to Advocate for Victims and Survivors of Domestic Violence During Coronavirus "With the spread of the new coronavirus, domestic violence rates have surged worldwide, including here in the United States. If you've ever considered getting involved in the fight against domestic violence, now is the time." Read More Support Available to Survivors in Arlington Doorways provides a spectrum of life-saving, supportive, and educational services to help survivors overcome domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of interpersonal violence. We also partner with agencies throughout the Arlington community serving survivors. Watch this new video from Project PEACE to learn more. Visit the resource center for a comprehensive list of providers! Watch Video Resource Center Domestic Violence News 26 years in, the Violence Against Women Act hangs in limbo — while COVID-19 fuels domestic violence surge "Right when more services are needed, they're [at risk], and that’s a problem." Read More A double plague: Coronavirus and domestic violence Read More "For untold numbers of women and children around the globe, the coronavirus pandemic has meant a twofold threat: The risk of catching a deadly virus coupled with the peril of being locked in confined spaces with increasingly violent abusers." The coronavirus is making it harder for domestic violence victims to find a place to live, a study shows "The ways in which social isolation has limited survivors' access to family members, community members, childcare systems have closed, education isn't fully available in person, there's a lack of jobs available -- it's always been an issue, but the financial and educational impact of Covid-19 has made it much worse." Read More Upcoming Events See Calendar Virtual Event & Fundraiser October 15th, 8:00 p.m. You're invited! Register now. Ticket price includes hand-delivered party boxes! The event will offer time for networking and making connections, a live auction, an after-party Q&A with Doorways' program staff, and more. We look forward to seeing you there! Register Now Drive-Thru Deeds Have more at home than you need? We are continuing our Drive-Thru Deeds this fall, starting this Friday, September 18th! Swing by our office on Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to drop off items you may have "extra" of at home. Please contact Joy Myers at [email protected] or (703) 504-9290 for donation drop-off instructions. This week's items: Cleaning supplies (spray, wipes, soap, etc.) Hand sanitizer Target gift cards Can't make it to our HQ? Give through our Amazon Wish List at bit.ly/DoorwaysUrgentNeeds. Thank you for keeping our shelters stocked with critical supplies! Do you need support? Do you know someone else who might? Call Doorways to speak with an advocate now. 24-Hour Domestic & Sexual Violence Hotline: 703-237-0881 ‌ ‌ ‌ Doorways | P.O. Box 100185, Arlington, VA 22210 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | About our service provider Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!