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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

 

The U.S. Army observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) to bring attention to an issue that undermines the Army Values. The first DVAM was held in October 1987, and the first Commemorative Legislation passed by the U.S. Congress in 1989. The Army emphasizes that domestic violence is never "OK" and will highlight resources that help Army Families develop life skills, maintain positive relationships and encourage help-seeking behavior.

 

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is recognized October of each year.  Our goal is to raise awareness of the warning signs of relationship abuse and help individuals and couples address problems early.  No one deserves to be abused and anyone can suffer. Any time an Army Family member suffers from abuse, we fall short of our goals for readiness.

 

Everyone plays a role in upholding the Army values and standards that support safe, healthy relationships in the military community.  Without every one of us doing our part, we cannot say our Army is fully ready to meet the mission of preventing domestic violence.

 

Therefore, the message to everyone in the Fort Belvoir community for Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2018 is clear and simple: 

 

Know the Signs of Healthy Relationships to help prevent domestic abuse. 

 

Simple actions can help protect victims.  Take action and get help in your own relationships through the Family Advocacy Program, Military OneSource and the National Domestic Hotline. Through outreach, we can raise awareness of domestic abuse with family, friends, co-workers and community members.

 

Join me in making this October’s Domestic Violence Awareness Month the beginning of a year-round campaign to avoid domestic abuse.  Let the Fort Belvoir Family Advocacy Program be your partner in preventing and reducing the risk of domestic abuse, and restore valued relationships that are deteriorating.  

 

Take a stand to avoid domestic violence and keep our community safe.  

 

To learn more about the signs of unhealthy relationships and domestic violence visit:https://www.militaryonesource.mil/-/recognizing-unhealthy-relationship-behaviors

 

DVAM Events:

 

Powder Puff Game: Fort Belvoir's Family Advocacy Program Powder Puff Game is dedicated to educating the community on ways to "intercept" Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault. Get Involved by attending the game:

  • Wednesday, Oct 17 at 7 p.m.
  • Graves Fitness Center Field, 2116 Abbott Road. 
  • For more information, call: (571) 231-7016

 

Self Defense Class: Come learn empowering self defense techniques from a Third Degree Black Belt.

  • Thursday, Oct 18, 6 - 8 p.m.
  • ACS Building, 5965 6th Street Bldg. 1263
  • No experience necessary!
  • Call to register at 571-231-7001
Program
Army Community Service (ACS)

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