What is Domestic Violence Awareness Month?

For over 35 years, YWCA has been offering a wide range of services to victims of domestic violence, including culturally specific services for immigrant, refugee, and BIPOC communities; referrals to partner organizations and shelters; referrals to YWCA’s transitional housing programs; court- and community-based advocacy; crisis intervention; safety planning and danger assessment; and tangible assistance with housing and other essential basic needs.

Domestic violence does not discriminate and can affect anyone, regardless of culture, race, age, income, education, religion, or sexual orientation. YWCA is committed to providing services to victims of domestic violence all year but focuses advocacy efforts in the community during October in recognition of the National Domestic Violence Awareness Month campaign. This October, YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley launches its 9th annual Domestic Violence Awareness Month campaign. Every October, YWCA will conduct educational training through Domestic Violence 101 sessions, painting the streets in purple ribbons and partnering with local businesses through percentage nights.

Wear Purple With YW!

Join YWCA in wearing a "We Believe You" shirt all year long in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Add to your purple wardrobe with these tees available for purchase here! Over 30% of the proceeds are donated back to YWCA to support our life-saving domestic violence support services.

Peer-to-Peer Crowdfunding Campaign

This year, friends can create their own online campaigns to help crowdfund donations for YWCA's life-saving domestic violence services. Personal campaigns can be created all year long here! If you have any questions on how to create a Peer-to-Peer cause, contact Ally Slavick, Communications Specialist, at aslavick@ywcaknox.com.