What is DVAM? Why it Happens and How it Helps
Domestic violence (also called intimate partner violence, domestic abuse, or relationship abuse) is a pattern of behaviors used by one partner to maintain power and control over another partner in an intimate relationship. It can happen to anyone at any point in a relationship. Domestic violence includes behaviors that physically harm, cause fear, prevent a partner from doing what they wish, or force them to behave in ways they do not want.
Each and every October we are bringing awareness to domestic violence through the #1Thing campaign and celebrating DVAM (Domestic Violence Awareness Month).
What are commonly asked questions around DVAM?
- What is DVAM?
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) is held throughout the month of October as a way to bring advocates across the nation together to end domestic violence. Communities and advocacy organizations across the country will connect with one another in a true sense of unity to end domestic violence for good.
- Why DVAM?
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DVAM is a chance for anyone and everyone – victims, survivors, advocates, supporters, and political leaders – to unite in our work to end domestic violence. This is a time of solidarity and support, and a time for victims and survivors to share their stories.
With so many people speaking in a unified voice during the month of October about domestic violence, this raises our collective awareness about this critical issue. Only through collaboration will it be possible to end domestic violence.
- How to get involved in DVAM
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We encourage everyone to get involved and help raise awareness about domestic violence every October. We recognize the power that each one of us has in making a difference.
This year, we are participating in the Domestic Violence Awareness Project’s #1Thing campaign. Change can start with only #1Thing. One person’s actions may seem insignificant, but together a communities’ collective “#1Things” can lead to real social transformation.
Follow our social media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, tag us in your post and use the hashtag #1Thing to show your #1Thing that will end domestic violence.
What is your #1Thing you want everyone to know about domestic violence?
What is your #1Thing you want all survivors to know?
What #1Thing are you doing to show support for survivors?
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