5 THINGS TO KNOW: National Domestic Violence Awareness Month

James Beaty, McAlester News-Capital, Okla.
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Oct. 4—The National Child Traumatic Stress Network provides information regarding National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

1 When did October first become National Domestic Awareness Month?

October was first declared National Domestic Violence Awareness Month in 1989.

2 Has it continued annually since that first year?

Since then, October has been a time to acknowledge domestic violence survivors and be a voice for its victims.

3 What is the color that symbolizes domestic violence awareness?

Wear purple — the color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month — during the month of October.

4 Why is that important?

Use that as a way to tell others why ending domestic violence is important to you.

5 What other ways can someone become involved with increasing domestic violence awareness in October?

Volunteering your time with a state coalition or local program is another way to help increase domestic violence awareness in your community and area.

—James Beaty