CULLMAN, Ala. – October is nationally recognized as Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Victim Services of Cullman has announced a series of local events designed to honor victims, support survivors and raise awareness throughout the community.
“The number of survivors served in the past year has doubled, showing just how urgent this need is in our community,” said Executive Director Jessica Atchley. “Domestic Violence Awareness Month gives us an opportunity not only to remember and honor but also to call our community together to take action. Each event in October is a chance to stand with survivors and show them they are not alone.”
The following is a list of events highlighted by Victim Services.
- Sept. 23 – Local leaders will officially recognize October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The City of Cullman proclamation signing will be held at 9 a.m. and Cullman County proclamation signing will be held at 6 p.m.
- Oct. 7 – Chick-fil-A Cullman will host a Spirit Night from 4:30-7:30 p.m., donating a portion of sales to support Victim Services programs, including emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy and prevention efforts. Guests must order through the Chick-fil-A app for proceeds to be counted.
- Oct. 12 – A candlelight vigil, Light the Path, will take place in front of the Cullman County Courthouse. The community is invited to gather in remembrance of lives lost to domestic violence and in support of survivors.
- Oct. 23 – Community members are encouraged to take part in Wear Purple Day on Oct. 23, to show support for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Purple ribbons are available through the Victim Services office for individuals, teams or workplaces. Anyone interested can stop by the office or call to request ribbons.
- Oct. 25 – The month will conclude with Boo Fest on Oct. 25, a family-friendly event supporting Render Aid Alabama and connecting families with local resources.
Additionally, throughout the month of October, awareness efforts will continue with educational information boards displayed at Cullman County DHR, WellStone, Cullman County Public Library and the Cullman County Health Department for those seeking more information on local resources.
For more information about October’s events or to learn more about Victim Services of Cullman, Inc., call 256-775-2600 or visit www.victimservices.online.
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