October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Discover the latest fundraisers, vigils, awareness walks, and community partnerships driving change for survivors and families affected by domestic abuse. Join us at these critical gatherings across Connecticut and beyond.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Date: Wednesday October 1, 2025
Venue: Virtual
Teen Dating Violence: Community of Concern Parent/Guardian
Wednesday, October 1, 2025 | 6:00–7:00pm | Virtual Event
In acknowledgement of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the towns of Newington, Wethersfield, Rocky Hill, and Berlin are collaborating with Interval House to offer a FREE virtual presentation for parents & guardians. Registration required.. Whether you are the parent or guardian of a teenager now, or will be in the future, feel prepared to support conversations related to healthy relationships. Learn about the facts and signs of teen dating violence and how to support the youth in your community!
Date: Sunday, October 5, 2025
Venue: Arnold Holm Jr. Memorial Park, Waterford CT
SafeWalk 2025
Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 8:00am, Arnold Holm Jr. Memorial Park, Waterford
Registration; Walk starts at 9:00am | Arnold Holm Jr. Memorial Park, Waterford. Walk, run, or roll to take a stand against domestic violence. Enjoy music, a craft fair, food trucks, and family-friendly activities while raising vital support for free survivor services.
Date: Sunday October 5, 2025
Venue: Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, Greenwich CT
Walk the Walk & 5K Run Against Domestic Violence
Sunday, October 5, 2025 | 8:15am Registration | Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, Greenwich.
To kick off Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness month, YWCA Greenwich is hosting the 2025 Walk the Walk & 5KRun Against Domestic Violence. This annual event supports The Harmony Project to raise funds and awareness for freedomestic and sexual violence services at YWCA Greenwich, including counseling, crisis intervention, emergency shelter,criminal court advocacy, and a 24/7 hotline..
Date: Monday October 6, 2025
Venue: Ellington Ridge Country Club, Ellington, CT
32nd Annual Golf Tournament for Survivors
Monday, October 6, 2025 | 10:30am | Ellington Ridge Country Club
The 32nd Annual Golf Tournament for Survivors is scheduled for Monday, October 6, 2025, at the Ellington Ridge Country Club in Ellington, CT, starting at 10:30 AM. The event supports The Network, a non-profit organization that provides services to survivors of domestic abuse in the Enfield area.
Date: Wednesday October 15, 2025
Venue: Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, Bridgeport, CT
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Vigil
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | 5:30–7:30pm | Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater, Bridgeport
You are invited to the Domestic Violence Awareness Month Vigil hosted by The Center for Family Justice on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport. This community event serves to honor survivors of domestic violence and remember lives lost to these offenses.
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