October is flying by! π Hear from our Executive Director, Dawn Dalton, on how DCCADV has been showing up for survivors this #DVAM. π Itβs not too late to get involved. Explore upcoming events: https://dccadv.org/the-events/
#SpreadLoveDC
The Start Anew Project is hosting a free clinic for survivors of DV, sexual abuse & human trafficking.
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Fri., Oct. 16 | 11 AM to 3 PM
π 1126 16th St NW
π https://ow.ly/R6if50ZUHHa
A 40% cut to victim services funding has forced programs to lay off staff, cut services, and in some cases close. The #CVFSA can help stabilize funding.
Senate leadership, act now!
Take action: https://ow.ly/J9Nw50ZV4Zh
β¨ We were honored to join We The Girls at Calvin Coolidge Senior High School for a meaningful day of connection, sisterhood, and empowerment. π Hereβs to uplifting one another, building confidence, and creating spaces where every girl can thrive! π π«
DAF Day is here! π If you are an individual that gives through a dedicated donor-advised fund, then it's the perfect time to unlock charitable dollars for DCCADV!
Donate here: https://ow.ly/UVj350ZV8tw
Your fund can power real and lasting change for D.C. survivors. π #DCCADV
πJoin us for TRIVIA NIGHT! π
ποΈ Nov 5, 5:30pm
π 1101 14th St NW
4 rounds of trivia, empanadas & drinksβall for a great cause! $20 donation supports survivors (includes a drink!). Teams of up to 6. RSVP: bit.ly/DCCADVTrivia π
Last Wednesday, we hit the dance floor for a cause! ππΊ Thanks to Salsa with Silvia for helping us step up our salsa skills and to everyone who brought their best moves to raise funds for survivors in our community. π #SpreadLoveDC
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we're honoring survivors and shining a light on healthy relationships. π Follow along this #DVAM for events and resources across DC. #SpreadLoveDC
Today's the day! We're Painting the Town Purple π
DCCADV volunteers are canvassing across DC to share free, confidential resources with our neighbors.
Follow along! Out with us? Tag DCCADV + #PaintTheTownPurple. #DVAM #SpreadLoveDC
A judge on the U.S. District Court for the District of Rhode Island has ruled in favor of state domestic violence and sexual assault coalitions and providers, successfully ending a lawsuit brought by the coalition.
Read more at https://ow.ly/fJQ650ZSPY4.
π Join My Sisterβs Place for The Clothesline Project DC! Decorate T-shirts with messages of strength and support for survivors.
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Oct. 24 | 12β4 PM
π Alethia Tanner Park
ποΈ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/my-sisters-place-presents-the-clothesline-project-dc-tickets-1999044800812
ππΊ NEXT WEEK: Join DCCADVβs Salsa Night for a lesson, social dancing, and drinks, all in support of DC survivors. Spots are limited: https://secure.givelively.org/event/district-of-columbia-coalition-against-domestic-violence/dccadv-salsa-night/dccadv-salsa-night
Small change. Big impact. Rounding up your purchases helps us provide safety, shelter, and support to survivors of domestic violence across DC. Every cent adds up. RoundUp.org makes it easy with your Visa/Mastercard. Sign up, link in bio!
Join DCCADV and @SalsawithSilvia on 9/30, 5:30-8:30 pm for salsa, empanadas, cocktails, and support survivors. 100% of proceeds support DCCADV's work! https://secure.givelively.org/event/district-of-columbia-coalition-against-domestic-violence/dccadv-salsa-night/dccadv-salsa-night
September is Suicide Prevention Month. Survivors of abuse may face unique mental health challenges, and support is available. If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. π
π Find more resources: https://ow.ly/vYNF50ZLgnp
Round up spare change to support our mission. We've partnered with RoundUp.org to make it easy to round up your Visa/Mastercard purchases for DCCADV. Pick your card via the link in our bio, set an optional monthly max, done in under a minute!
This #HispanicHeritageMonth, we honor Latina survivors. Nearly 1 in 3 Latinas will experience domestic violence, yet language and cultural barriers can limit access to support.
For more: https://ow.ly/JicS50ZLC1m
π― Shanah Tovah! As we welcome the Jewish New Year, we wish peace, renewal, and community connection to all who celebrate.
Today is the last day to order your Spread Love DC shirt and have it arrive in time for DVAM! This year's 40th anniversary DCCADV shirt comes as a tank top, hoodie, and more!
Order now: www.customink.com/fundraising/...
This Labor Day, we honor the hard work and resilience of survivors, advocates, and community members working every day to end domestic violence. Your dedication builds stronger, safer communities for us all.
