News Release: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Menasha, WI, October 8, 2007 -- October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services has once again planned a number of activities to increase awareness, educate and encourage community members to get involved in the fight to end domestic violence. The month had an exciting kick-off with over 300 community members participating in the 17th Annual Fox Valley Take Back the Night March and Rally held on September 26 at UW-Oshkosh, a collaborative effort between Christine Ann, Harbor House, Reach Counseling and UW-Oshkosh.

Christine Ann has also planned the following activities for the month of October:

  • "The Impact of Domestic Violence " Storefront Display , 448 N. Main Street, Oshkosh
  • Awareness Posters, Downtown Oshkosh, Neenah, Green Lake County
  • Special displays at Menasha Public Library, Neenah Public Library, Oshkosh Public Library, Green Lake County
  • Domestic Violence Silouette Display, Christine Ann Center, Oshkosh
  • "Faces of Abuse" Art Exhibit, UW-Oshkosh Women's Center

Additionally, there are at least 10 ways that citizens can help stop domestic violence and make a difference:

  1. Educate Yourself
  2. Support Survivors
  3. Get Involved
  4. Educate Others
  5. Stay Alert to Domestic Abuse Situations
  6. Motivate Others to Get Involved
  7. Be a Role Model
  8. Volunteer at a Domestic Abuse Shelter
  9. Refuse to Tolerate Violence
  10. Support a Domestic Abuse Organization

Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services' mission is to prevent domestic abuse and violence and to provide intervention and safety to all individuals affected by domestic violence. In addition to emergency shelter, the agency provides comprehensive programs and services in Winnebago and Green Lake Counties.

Contact:

Chad Weston-Gardner
Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services
(920) 729-5727
www.christineann.net

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