{"id":35941,"date":"2024-09-27T09:44:39","date_gmt":"2024-09-27T13:44:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=35941"},"modified":"2024-09-27T09:44:40","modified_gmt":"2024-09-27T13:44:40","slug":"domestic-violence-center-of-chester-county-marks-start-of-domestic-violence-awareness-month-with-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/coatesvilletimes.com\/?p=35941","title":{"rendered":"Domestic Violence Center of Chester County marks start of Domestic Violence Awareness Month with events"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Domestic Violence Awareness Month is more than just a moment of reflection\u2014it\u2019s a powerful call to action. For thousands of survivors, it can be the turning point that brings hope, safety, and a path to healing. This year is particularly significant, as DVCCC served 1,886 victims\/survivors of domestic violence in Chester County\u2014the highest number of annual survivors the organization has ever served. Raising awareness not only shines a light on an issue too often hidden, but it also connects individuals with life-saving resources and support. This October, the Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (DVCCC) invites the community to stand with us, engage, and help create a future where everyone can live free from abuse.<\/p>\n

Pints for a Purpose Happy Hour Fundraiser with Locust Lane Craft Brewery \u2013 A key event for this year is a partnership with Locust Lane Craft Brewery for a “Pints for a Purpose” Happy Hour Fundraiser. The event, happening on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 5-8 PM, will raise funds to support DVCCC\u2019s children\u2019s programs \u2013 and cash tips from the happy hour will be donated directly. The DVCCC children\u2019s program provided counseling and advocacy services to 260 children who experienced or witnessed abuse and coordinated a holiday gift drive that supported over 130 families last year. Participation in this event helps ensure these essential services continue.<\/p>\n

Third Annual Light the Night for Hope & Healing Event \u2013 On Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 6:45 PM, DVCCC will once again celebrate Domestic Violence Awareness Month with the Light the Night for Hope and Healing events across Chester County, including at the Historic Chester County Courthouse, Schuylkill Township Municipal Grounds, Kennett Borough Hall, and the gazebo in Downtown Coatesville. These events will feature presentations from local leaders and officials to honor those who have lost their lives to domestic violence and stand together to let those still living in fear know that they are not alone.<\/p>\n

Fear (1996) at The Colonial Theatre \u2013 The Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville will host a film screening on Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at 7 PM, featuring the 1996 film Fear <\/em>(rated R) with Reese Witherspoon and Mark Wahlberg. Following the film there will be a discussion with a panel of experts, including representatives from DVCCC, the Chester County ACEs Coalition, and the Chester County District Attorney\u2019s Office, on the issue of dating abuse as portrayed in the film.<\/p>\n

Other Campaign Highlights \u2013 In its ninth year, DVCCC\u2019s “Paint the Town Purple” campaign aims to raise awareness by hanging purple ribbons throughout West Chester, Coatesville, Phoenixville, Kennett Square, Oxford, and Downingtown. Since its inception, the campaign has expanded to include the boroughs of Malvern and Parkesburg, as well as Lincoln University, Immaculata University, and West Chester University campuses. Be sure to keep an eye out for purple ribbons in a community near you!<\/p>\n

Other key partnerships include:<\/p>\n