October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). During DVAM, victim advocates, allied professionals, survivors of abuse, their loved ones, and the surrounding community come together to mourn the lives lost to domestic violence, celebrate the progress made to end this epidemic, and connect with others working to create change.
This month, Revere Public Schools Office of Equity and Inclusion partnered with HarborCOV in Chelsea to host a Domestic Violence Presentation and Restorative Justice Circle for all RPS caregivers. At the event, attendees learned about the causes and consequences of domestic violence. Attendees also had the opportunity to ask questions, discuss challenges in real time, and share personal stories.
Events like this raise awareness of domestic violence and its impact on individuals, families, and communities and take place throughout the year. HarborCOV's mission is to provide linguistically and culturally appropriate, high-quality emergency and support services; safe, affordable transitional and permanent low-income housing; and advocates on behalf of victims and survivors of domestic violence while working to educate the public about its causes and consequences.
Founded in 1998, HarborCOV provides free safety and support services, along with housing and economic opportunities that promote long-term stability for people affected by violence and abuse. HarborCOV specializes in serving survivors who face additional barriers, such as language, cultural, and economic hardships and works to create connections to the supports survivors need to rebuild their lives through a continuum of options. With a commitment to social and economic justice, HarborCOV takes a comprehensive approach to addressing violence within the context of family, culture, and community.
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