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October 2020
News & Updates
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OCTOBER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Dear Friends,
Would it surprise you to know that New York State has one of the highest demands for domestic violence services in the country? National data collected in 2019 indicate that, on one day alone in New York, nearly 6,000 domestic violence survivors requested services. On that same day, nearly 800 requests for domestic violence services went unmet because of critical funding and staffing shortages across our state.
But that was last year, before the COVID-19 Pandemic began. Since March, many domestic violence programs across New York State have reported receiving more calls for assistance, and the requests for services are becoming more complicated and involved than ever.
New York’s domestic violence programs responded quickly at the start of the Pandemic to ensure the continuity of services for domestic violence survivors and their families. Services that were typically provided in person were quickly transitioned to those that utilized remote technologies. As the world learned how to go virtual, so too did New York’s domestic violence service providers. They accomplished miraculous feats in a very short time to ensure the continuity and accessibility of services for everyone who requested them.
But at the same time, funding for New York’s domestic violence programs decreased, making it harder for services providers to purchase and utilize remote technologies so they could provide a broader range of services to support safety.
New York’s method for dispersing funding to domestic violence shelters is based on the number of domestic violence survivors they serve in shelter daily. And because some shelter beds must remain open to comply with social distancing and quarantine protocols, several shelters are receiving less funding than before the Pandemic. Further, many domestic violence advocacy organizations have had to cancel significant fundraising events and activities which are critical supplements to available government funding.
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. NYSCADV will be joining New York’s domestic violence service providers, the National Network to End Domestic Violence, our state partners, and other allies and stakeholders to generate awareness about the needs of domestic violence survivors and their families, and the critical funding issues facing domestic violence service providers.
We invite you to join us – to give voice to the challenges domestic violence survivors face every day and to encourage a public conversation about how New York State can better ensure the accessibility of comprehensive, high-quality, trauma-informed services for everyone who needs them. Several activities are identified in NYSCADV’s 2020 DVAM toolkit below. In addition, please consider donating to NYSCADV or your local domestic violence service provider (click here to find your local DV service provider), so we can collectively continue to amplify the voices of domestic violence survivors and enhance services for them and their families.
All the best,
Connie Neal
Executive Director
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ACTION MONTH SOCIAL MEDIA TOOLKIT |
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). DVAM 2020 is looking very different this year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, that isn't stopping us or domestic violence programs across NYS from creating virtual awareness and fundraising events that everyone can participate in safely from the comfort of their own homes. Since the onset of the pandemic, domestic violence programs have encountered many obstacles and challenges to transition remotely and they need more funding and resources to help support their work. That is why this October Domestic Violence Awareness Month will focus on raising awareness, speaking up, and the actions you can take to support DV survivors and bring vital resources to programs.
To that end, NYSCADV has created a Domestic Violence Action Month Social Media Toolkit so that everyone can help raise awareness and advocate on behalf of domestic violence survivors and programs during the month of October. This toolkit has everything you need to become a fierce advocate for survivors online. From facts to info graphics to tweets, we invite you to download the graphics, add your own agency logo, and use this toolkit on your social media for October and be a part of our movement to end domestic violence.
We also encourage everyone to visit the NYSCADV website calendar which contains virtual events hosted by domestic violence programs across NYS by clicking here. From virtual walk/runs to a virtual concert, our calendar has something for everyone.
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NYSCADV DVAM VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES |
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NYSCADV is thrilled to be sponsoring, in partnership with the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Rochester’s Center Stage Theatre, a performance of Gloria: A Life (Performed LIVE Online) on Thursday, October 22nd, at 7:00 PM
This is a Women’s Centennial Event as Gloria Steinem first raised her voice five decades ago as the co-founder of Ms. Magazine and with her highly publicized undercover reporting as a Playboy Bunny. Discover how a determined writer, championing equality for all, became the face of the Women’s Movement. Her story of her Jewish and BIPOC contemporaries is now an inspiring new play that is still relevant and more than timely.
Please join us after the performance for a facilitated panel discussion which will include NYSCADV’s Executive Director, Connie Neal.
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DVAM PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST
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You are invited to participate in NYSCADV’s first-ever Virtual Pumpkin Decorating Contest! By participating, you will be helping NYSCADV raise awareness and have fun while doing it.
Participants of all ages are invited to decorate a pumpkin (painting and/or carving) and register their entry by submitting a photograph of their pumpkin with a $15 registration fee.
Voting will take place on NYSCADV's Facebook page between October 21-28. There will be a winner for each of the 4 age categories based on the pumpkin that receives the highest number of votes ("likes" of the photo), and each of the age category winners will receive a prize.
Additionally, there is a special Purple Pumpkin Award and prize. This award will be given to the pumpkin of any age category that has the most creative purple theme, the color for domestic violence awareness. The winner of this category will be selected by the NYSCADV staff team.
It's easy to sign up and get involved! Register today by clicking here. Please continue to check the NYSCADV website for updates and additional event details by visiting our website here.
All proceeds from this event support NYSCADV’s work to prevent and confront all forms of domestic violence. Thank you for your support!
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SAVE THE DATE
Facebook Live: A Conversation about Domestic Violence
October 19, 2020 2:00-2:30 PM
Join us live on Facebook for a conversation about domestic violence. NYSCADV's team will raise awareness about domestic violence and provide some critical information on challenges, needs, and achievements in 2020. We will talk about domestic violence awareness month and NYSCADV's role in addressing domestic violence in New York State.
More Details to Follow.
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DVAM VIRTUAL EVENTS AROUND NYS |
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Domestic violence programs across New York State have gone virtual for October Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Below is a list of domestic violence programs in alphabetical order and the virtual events that they are having to raise domestic violence awareness for the month of October. You can also find these exciting events on the NYSCADV website calendar by clicking here.
Catholic Charities of Chemung & Schuyler Counties
Center for Safety & Change
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Getting to the Center: Unmask the Violence & Abuse. 10/4/20 at 7:00PM on Facebook Live. Click here to watch.
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Center for Safety & Change: Justice for Families Collaborative Lunch and Learn Training Series. 10/29/20, 11/5/20, and 11/12/20 at 12:30PM-2:00PM. E-Mail probono@centersc.org to register.
Child and Family Services Haven House
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Shine the Light on Domestic Violence Facebook Live Event. 10/1/20 at 6:45PM on Facebook Live. Click here to watch.
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Haven House Domestic Violence Awareness Speakers Series: Shining a Light on Domestic Violence. Webinar on 10/8/20 at 12:00PM. Click here to register.
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Haven House Domestic Violence Awareness Speakers Series: The Link between Animal Cruelty and Violence Toward Humans. Webinar on 10/15/20 at 12:00PM. Click here to register.
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Haven House Domestic Violence Awareness Speakers Series: Through a Child’s Eyes: How Domestic Violence Affects Our Youth. Webinar on 10/22/20 at 12:00PM. Click here to register.
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Haven House Domestic Violence Awareness Speakers Series: It Takes a Community: A Survivor’s Story . Webinar on 10/29/20 at 12:00PM. Click here to register.
Cyber Sexual Abuse Task Force
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There is No Offline: Tech-Facilitated Abuse and the New Normal Virtual Conference. Webinar on 10/22/20 at 10:00AM-4:00PM. Click here to register.
Delaware Opportunities, Inc.
Fearless Hudson Valley, Inc.
Hope's Door
Korean American Family Service Center
Unity House of Troy
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Domestic Violence Awareness Conference. Webinars starting 10/1/20, every Thursday at 10:00AM-12:00PM. Click here to register.
Opportunities for Otsego
Oswego County Opportunities
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Dynamics of Domestic Violence Training. 10/8/20 at 10:00AM-12:00PM. E-Mail KSalmonsen@oco.org to register.
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Dynamics of Domestic Violence Training. 10/14/20 at 1:00PM-3:00PM. E-Mail KSalmonsen@oco.org to register.
RISE
Sanctuary for Families
The Safe Center LI
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Domestic Violence Awareness with Senator Anna Kaplan. 10/1/20 at 7:00PM on Facebook Live. Click here to watch.
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Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Virtual Presentation with Senator Kevin Thomas. 10/15/20 at 3:00PM-5:00PM on Facebook Live. Click here to watch.
Turning Point for Women & Families
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Turning Point for Women & Families' Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence Survivors. 10/27/20 at 4:00PM. Click here to register.
Urban Resource Institute (URI)
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Virtual DVAM Panel: Supporting survivors with pets during a time of collective grief. Webinar on 10/15/20 at 12:00PM-1:00PM. Click here to register.
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2020 URI Celebration: A Virtual Gala. 10/22/20 at 6:00PM-7:00PM. Click here to RSVP.
Victims Information Bureau of Suffolk (VIBS)
VIP Mujeres
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Public Policy Exchange presents Addressing Intimate Partner Violence in America: Improving Prevention and Response. 10/7/20 at 12:30PM-4:00PM. Click here to register.
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Casa de Esperanza’s National Latin@ Network presents ¡Adelante! A Virtual Celebration of Latin@-led Advocacy. 10/9/20 at 1:00PM-2:00PM. Click here to register.
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E.N.C.A.N.T.O.- Educando Nuestra Comunidad-A Night of Teaching and Overcoming. Virtual Cocktail Party on 10/17/20 at 5:00PM-7:00PM. Click here to purchase a ticket.
Wellspring
Willow Domestic Violence Center of Greater Rochester
YWCA Cortland
YWCA Northeastern NY
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS ACTIVITIES ACROSS THE COUNTRY |
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Connect the Dots
Join the National Network to End Domestic Violence in calling awareness to domestic violence. Participate in our monthlong activities, follow our #31n31 campaign on social media, join us virtually for a week of action, and help us create a world where domestic violence no longer exists.
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National Call for Unity 2020
Every year the National Call for Unity kicks off Domestic Violence Awareness Month by offering an opportunity to mourn, celebrate, and connect with advocates from national, state, and community-based organizations, governmental agencies, allied movements, survivors and their family and friends. The 2020 video call will feature stories of perseverance, resilience and strength, each speaker will offer their personal stories of inspiration to do this work. Click here for more information.
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Join 2020 #NativeDVAM Campaign
In recognition of the upcoming efforts to honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the National Indigenous Women’s Resource Center (NIWRC) invites survivors of violence, Tribal governments and communities, programs, and advocates to participate in this year’s push for awareness of this critical issue impacting Native communities across the country. Click here for more information.
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Take A Stand
Take A Stand is a call to action meant to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and throughout the year. By taking a stand we intend to remind the nation that there are still countless people--victims and survivors, their children and families, their friends and family, their communities--impacted by domestic violence. We, all of us, should not stop until society has zero tolerance for domestic violence and until all victims and survivors can be heard. Click here for more information.
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