October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM)

We can all do #1Thing towards eradicating domestic violence.

5 ways to take action in Arlington

Doorways serves thousands of survivors each year with a trauma-informed approach designed to build on clients' strengths and make a lasting impact in their lives. But we can't do it alone. We need your help. What better time than DVAM to take action and support survivors?

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DVAM Events

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Healing is a Journey: Honoring Domestic Violence Awareness

Thursday, October 3rd

We've probably all heard about post-traumatic stress. But what about post-traumatic growth?

This October, Arlington is honoring Domestic Violence Awareness Month with an event focused on hope and healing after trauma. Join us as we discuss how the healing process can look for survivors of domestic and dating violence and the community resources available to support someone on their journey.

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Arlington Reads: Stephanie Land

Wednesday, October 23rd

Hear from Stephanie Land, whose best-selling debut memoir Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive recounts her journey a single mom navigating "the poverty trap."

About Maid: "At age 28, Land's dream of attending college and becoming a writer are deferred when a summer fling turns into an unplanned pregnancy. After facing domestic abuse, and lacking any form of reliable safety net, she checks into a homeless shelter with her 7-month-old daughter."

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This presentation is made in partnership with Arlington's Action Plan for Ending Homelessness, a community-wide initiative committed to ending homelessness in Arlington, and the Arlington Community Foundation.

Purple Thursday

Thursday, October 24th

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!

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