October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

Every1KnowsSome1 means we all know someone who has been impacted by domestic violence. Please join us throughout the month as we raise awareness of domestic violence and how we can work towards a violence-free society. Check back often to learn more & to find events in your area!

Learn more about our anti-racism work and how you can support the movement.

Moment of Truth Statement

• Not all survivors are women, not all people who cause harm are men. Survivors and/or people who cause harm can be any gender identity or expression.
• Empower survivors to reclaim a sense of control over their lives and healing through their decision making.
• Listen without judgement.
• Be available. Let survivors and victims know you are there for them.
• Be patient. Healing takes time.
• Celebrate resilience and victories–no matter how small.
• Offer support, resources, and information.

Culturally sensitive advocacy, education and supportive services

For NJ domestic violence survivors, affordable housing can be a matter of life or death: Cierra Hart, Director of Housing, Economic Justice, and Advocacy at NJCEDV, highlights the significant barrier survivors face in escaping domestic violence due to the shortage of affordable housing in New Jersey. Cierra explains why proposed legislation on affordable housing is crucial for providing a lifeline to survivors.

Domestic violence survey details extensive scope of problem in NJ: Outlines the Center for Hope and Safety’s work to end domestic violence, along with an interview with NJCEDV’s Co-Executive, Nicole Morella, about the housing crisis survivors are facing in New Jersey.