Every Story Matters: How YOU Can Support Survivors This October
Sharing Stories. Uniting Communities. Inspiring Change.
About Domestic Violence Awareness Month
It’s October. You know what that means, right? Pumpkins, apples, and Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Partners for Peace asks you to join us for a month full of opportunities to spread awareness and take action to support survivors of domestic violence. Each October, communities across the nation join together to recognize the prevalence of domestic violence and honor those who have been affected by violence with vigils, walks, and other awareness-raising activities. DVAM was first recognized in October of 1987. To learn more about the history of DVAM, check out this infographic.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2025
We are looking forward to connecting with our survivors and our community this October. Partners for Peace staff, volunteers and board members will be tabling, speaking, and engaging with folx all throughout our region. We have several opportunities for you to get involved in the action!
Get Involved
- Donate online or by mailing a check to to Partners for Peace so that we can continue to do all of our great work with survivors year round!
- Host a fundraiser or donation drive. Learn more about how to host a successful campaign with this Fundraising for Partners for Peace Info Sheet. If you are planning on coordinating a donation drive of physical items, please refer to our Wish List with details of what we can and can’t accept.
- Follow along and engage with us throughout the month on Facebook and Instagram (@partnersforpeace). Share our posts and your support. Use the hashtag: #DVAM2025
- Become a Corporate Partner. Demonstrate your business’s commitment to supporting survivors of domestic violence. Check out our Corporate Partner Page for more details.
- Get your business involved. Take a look at these ideas take action!
- Show up! Come to one of our events listed below!
Health Cares About DV Day
On Wednesday, October 8th, join this nationally recognized day sponsored by FUTURES Without Violence to promote healthy relationships, address the health impacts of abuse, and connect people to domestic violence advocates. This is a great opportunity for healthcare providers, wellness centers, and allied businesses to educate their teams and customers. Invite us to come set up a table!
Lincoln Walk and Vigil
Thursday, October 9th (rain date Wednesday October 15th)
Location: At the gazebo in downtown Lincoln.
12p-5p Join us at the gazebo to view our Clothesline Project display. There will be advocates available with information and resources and a children’s activity. Light refreshments provided.
5p-6p Join us for speakers from the community and a candlelight vigil in remembrance of victims of domestic violence homicide. This will be followed by a walk through downtown Lincoln, starting and ending at the gazebo (about 0.6 miles).
Please RSVP here
Wear Purple Day
October 16th is Wear Purple Day! Purple is the awareness color of domestic violence. Coordinate a Wear Purple Day on your own or with your friends, family, or coworkers. Take a pic and post it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us!
University of Maine March Against Domestic Violence, October 17th, 5:00PM
This public annual event is organized by the UMaine Business Corps. Meet on the steps of Fogler Library and march to the Field House. At the Field House there will be speakers from Partners for Peace, the University of Maine, and others. The event will end with a remembrance ceremony for victims of domestic violence homicide in Maine. Local organizations will have informational tables and resources for those affected by domestic abuse. You don’t need to be a student to join! Any questions can be directed to Nory Jones at njones@maine.edu.
Dover-Foxcroft Open House
Thursday, October 23rd
10a-2p Join us for an Open House at our Dover-Foxcroft Resource Center, 8 Mechanic St in Dover-Foxcroft. Our Clothesline Project will be on display, advocates will be available with information and resources, light refreshments will be served, and community connections will be made.
Survivor Story Sharing Dinner (CANCELED)
5:30p-7p Survivor Story Sharing Event, Dover-Foxcroft,
Dover-Foxcroft Congregational Church, 824 West Main Street
As of October 20th, we regret to announce that our Survivor Story Sharing Dinner, which was originally set for the evening of October 23rd, has been canceled due lack of RSVPs.
We will showcase some survivor stories and artwork that were intended to be shared that evening, earlier in the day at the Open House.
We hope to host a Survivor Story-Telling event in Dover-Foxcroft in the future when more people are able to participate and hear these powerful stories. Please stay tuned!
This October, there are so many ways to take action against domestic violence and we hope you will join us. If you have any questions about any of our events or how you can get involved, please email us at partnersforpeaceme@partnersforpeaceme.org.
We hope you will join us in spreading awareness and taking action this October!