Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Every year, 10 million people in the United States experience domestic violence – that’s 1 in 4 women and 1 in 9 men. And while studies are growing, we know that domestic violence disproportionately impacts historically excluded communities, including people who identify as nonbinary.

That’s why each year October is acknowledged as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). DVS is deeply committed to ending domestic violence in Lancaster County through direct service, advocacy, and social change. We invite you, our supporters and community, to join us at DVAM events throughout the month to honor survivors of domestic violence, bring awareness to the impact of domestic violence in our community, and commit to working toward a community free from domestic violence.

DVAM 2024 Community Events

DVAM PRESS LAUNCH

October 1, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Ware Center
42 North Prince Street, Lancaster

We’ll kick off a DVAM with a press conversation to share about the work of DVS and to encourage support and advocacy for survivors.

HEALTH CARES ABOUT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE DAY

October 9, 2024

A national day of recognition that promotes thriving partnerships between health care and domestic violence programs to support survivor health.

WEAR PURPLE THURSDAY

October 17, 2024

Join us in wearing purple today as part of a nationwide effort to show support to survivors and raise awareness about domestic violence.

DVAM DAY OF GIVING

October 24, 2024

We invite you to join us for a 24-hour virtual giving event to support the work of DVS in walking alongside survivors of domestic violence in accessing resources on their journey to safety and thriving.

CELEBRITY BARTENDING AT DECADES

October 24, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Decades
438 North Queen Street, Lancaster

Raise your glass for a great cause! We’re back at Decades for a fun, unique evening to raise awareness about domestic violence, with all tips directly benefiting DVS!

BRAIN INJURY CONFERENCE

October 30, 2024
TBD
Lancaster

This will be an educational day talking about the intersection of brain injuries and domestic violence. Stay tuned for details!

remember their names. remember their stories.

The Silent Witness Project is a poignant and powerful visual memorial dedicated to victims of domestic violence. Held in communities across the country since 1990, each memorial features red, life-sized silhouettes, each bearing a shield that shares the story of a community member who lost their life at the hands of an abusive partner.

The Silent Witness Project raises awareness about the devastating impact of domestic violence and honors the memories of those who can no longer speak for themselves. See below for the schedule for the Silent Witness Project, and please take care while visiting.

DVAM 2024 Silent Witness Events

OCTOBER 1-7, 2024

Lancaster County Government Center
150 North Queen Street, Lancaster

OCTOBER 7-11, 2024

Penn Medicine Suburban Outpatient Pavilion
2100 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster

OCTOBER 14-18, 2024

Elizabethtown College, Bowers Center for Sports
1 Alpha Drive, Elizabethtown

OCTOBER 23-28, 2024

Franklin & Marshall College, Steinman College Center Atrium
600 College Avenue, Lancaster

OCTOBER 28-NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Ephrata Public Library
550 South Reading Road, Ephrata

SPONSORSHIPS

Sponsorships are available and help us broaden our reach through DVAM! We welcome business, organizational, and individual sponsorships for our year-long series of events.

To learn more information about being a sponsor, view our sponsorship packet or contact Kristy Aurand at kaurand@caplanc.org or 717-259-3881.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2024 SPONSORS

VISIONARY

Linda Gort & Lenny Walton
Sharon Hargrave

DREAMER

Margaret Brown
City Limits Foundation
Penn Medicine/Lancaster General Health

FRIEND

Angie’s Custom Cleaning
Tony & Sherry Chivinski
Frank & Mary Rose Christoffel
EHD
HDC MidAtlantic
Highmark Wholecare
Fran & Michael Kane
Darryl Gordon (CAP Board Member)
Medtrition
Nicole Pedriani (CAP Board Member)
UPMC Health Plan
Woodstream