October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Here are some resources you can use to take action and spread awareness.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2018

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. To raise awareness around the prevalence of intimate partner violence in Georgia, AVLF will be launching a series of campaigns and events throughout the month of October. We’ll be focusing on empowering Atlantans to share their stories of survival.

Here are a few ways to take action and support for survivors during #DVAM2018.

FOLLOW US FOR RESOURCES. 

All month, we’ll be sharing what we know. We’ll explain how to support a friend or family member who is a survivor. We’ll give tips how to spot a domestic violence situation. And we’ll be sharing stories from real survivors.

We’re on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Youtube.

PURCHASE A CHLOE KRISTYN PURPLE DRESS.

Purple is the official color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Local fashion designer Bettina Benson from Chloe Kristyn has designed two exclusive Purple Dresses for #DVAM2018, and a portion of the proceeds goes straight to AVLF. Use the hashtag #PurpleDressProject when talking about this campaign.

Check out dresses here.

DONATE TO AVLF. 

AVLF and PADV’s Safe Families Office continues to make great strides in supporting survivors by providing free legal service consultations, referrals, and safety planning resources. Support survivors this month by donating to AVLF.

 

SPREAD AWARENESS ON SOCIAL MEDIA. 

Everyone reading this plays an important role in helping to spread the message that abuse of any kind will not be tolerated or accepted. Spreading the word online can make more of an impact than you think. It’s important that survivors know they are seen and heard, and that they do not have to be silent.

By actively participating in #DVAM2018 and the #PurpleDressProject, you are joining a crucial conversation about domestic violence in Atlanta.

We designed a social media toolkit to make it easy for you to take action.

1. Follow us.

Like and follow us on our social media channels! We’re on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Youtube.

Invite your friends to follow us, too!

2. Add a graphic.

Graphics are a key component of any social media post!

To add an image to your post, simply copy and paste the image into the text box on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter.

You can also download the image on your computer or phone and click ‘add photo’ to your post on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Click here to see our graphics.

3. Copy & paste.

Copy and paste any of our sample posts below. You can share this text on any social media platform you wish.

4. Tag, tag, tag.

For Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, tag us by typing @supportavlf. In LinkedIn, just type out Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation, and you should be prompted to tag us.

Consider using the following hashtags when posting:​

  • #HandsOffLoveOn​
  • #StandWithAVLF​
  • #DVAM2018​
  • #PurpleDressProject 

GRAPHICS

Sample Posts: Twitter

Domestic Violence affects individuals in every community regardless of age, race, religion, nationality, sexual orientation or income level. #DVAM2018 #StandWithAVLF

Join the fight against domestic violence and #StandWithAVLF for the #PurpleDressProject. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2QnkNMH #HandsOffLoveOn #DVAM201

There is no excuse for domestic abuse #HandsOffLoveOn #DVAM ​

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Join @supportavlf in standing with survivors: https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L #HandsOffLoveOn #StandWithAVLF​

It’s time to speak up and speak out against domestic violence. We will not be shamed into being silent #DVAM2018 #HandsOffLoveOn

FACT: DV includes physical, sexual violence, threats of physical or sexual violence, stalking, and emotional or psychological abuse by a partner. Let’s end this together: https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L  #StandWithAVLF #DVAM2018​

Stand with @supportavlf to raise awareness about DV and empower more people to become advocates. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L #DVAM2018 #PurpleDressProject

Every home needs to be a safe home. No more silence about domestic violence. https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L  #DVAM2018 #PurpleDressProject ​

Make your voice heard and help us spread the word: https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L #DVAM2018 #StandWithAVLF

 

Sample Posts: Facebook / Linkedin

Intimate partner violence always leaves a mark, even if others can’t see it. Take a stand with victims and survivors of domestic violence by participating in Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

For the entire month of October, we will raise awareness about this epidemic, help more victims become survivors, and empower every member of the community to become an advocate. #HandsOffLoveOn #StandWithAVLF​ https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L

1 in 3 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. It’s time to change the statistics. Click the link for @supportavlf’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month social media toolkit.

When you #StandWithAVLF, you stand with a powerful community of survivors and advocates. You’re just one click away. Do your part and join the conversation. #HandsOffLoveOn #DVAM2018 https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L

Help me support #AVLF in raising awareness about domestic violence. Partner abuse destroys the lives of both children and adults. There is absolutely NO excuse for abuse. Help us spread the word and take a stand to end this epidemic. #HandsOffLoveOn #DVAM2018 https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. I stand with survivors because this epidemic can affect anyone, regardless of race, nationality, sexual orientation, gender or economic status. Check out Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation’s social media toolkit to find out how you can get involved. You’re one click away from helping to end intimate partner abuse: https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L  #DVAM2018 #HandsOffLoveOn​

Want to help raise awareness about domestic violence? It’s time to let your voice be heard. Learn more: https://bit.ly/2Iu5z5L  #StandWithAVLF #PurpleDressProject ​

If you or someone you know is in a domestic violence situation and needs help, have them contact Atlanta Volunteer Lawyers Foundation’s Safe Families Office in the Fulton County Courthouse. The program offers free legal services, safety planning and referrals. Learn more at avlf.org #DVAM2018 ​