Tuesday, October 1
Have a conversation with at least one person in your life. Answer this question: How common do you think domestic violence is? Do certain communities experience higher levels of domestic violence? Why or why not?

Wednesday, October 2
Watch "Hidden in Plain Sight - Coercive Control and Domestic Abuse” (6:11).

Thursday, October 3
Listen to the “Genesis The Podcast” episode: “Transforming Perceptions: The Power of Language in Addressing Gender-Based Violence” (32:49).

Friday, October 4
Donate baby items: wipes, crib sheets (new), and diapers (size 5 & 6).

Sunday, October 6
Sip a cup of tea (or other warm drink) and stand outside or by a sunny window.

Monday, October 7
Read the following articles:

• Firearm Intimate Partner Homicides

• Majority of Mass Shootings Linked to Domestic Violence

Tuesday, October 8
Have a conversation with at least one person in your life. Answer this question: What do you think when you hear the words “domestic violence?” Have your thoughts and opinions changed over time?

Wednesday, October 9
Watch “Guns and Domestic Violence Panel: The Problem With Guns” (4:40).

Thursday, October 10
Listen to the “BWJP Presents” podcast: “The Realities of Firearms and Domestic Violence” (36:00).

Friday, October 11
Make a financial contribution to Journey Center to support survivors.

Sunday, October 13
Repeat this affirmation, as many times as you need: my voice matters and is valuable.

Monday, October 14
Read the following articles:

• 50 Obstacles to Leaving

• Why It’s So Hard to Leave an Abusive Relationship

Tuesday, October 15
Have a conversation with at least one person in your life. Answer the question: Why do you think it’s hard for people to talk about domestic violence? What steps can we help to change that?

Wednesday, October 16
Watch “Private Violence Presents: Why We Stayed” (7:43). Hear from survivors, in their own words, “why they stayed.”

Thursday, October 17
Listen to the “Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence” podcast: “Understanding Why Leaving is Not Easy” (38:03).

Friday, October 18
Donate new household items: cups, bowls, toaster, plates, silverware, pots & pans.

Sunday, October 20
Delete apps from your phone, tablet, and other devices that drain your energy and your focus. Mute and/or block things that cause you unnecessary stress.

Monday, October 21
Read the following articles:

• First 18 Months After Leaving an Abusive Partner Are The Most Dangerous

• Lethality Factors

Tuesday, October 22
Have a conversation with at least one person in your life. Answer the question: What would you do or how would you respond if you noticed a loved one was showing warnings signs of domestic violence?

Wednesday, October 23
Watch “Brain Injury Common in Domestic Violence” (3:38). In this video hear from survivors and advocates about the the impact and lasting effects of repeated blows to the head and strangulation.

Thursday, October 24
Listen to the “DV RISC”: “Assessing Risk On-scene: Law Enforcement” (37:10) featuring Journey Center’s Homicide Prevention Manager, Molly Kaplan.

Friday, October 25
Donate personal care items: lotion, soap, brushes, deodorant, towels, and wash cloths.

Sunday, October 27
Watch your favorite childhood movie or tv show or listen to your favorite song from childhood.

Monday, October 28
Read the following articles:

• I am a child of domestic violence, and I am breaking my silence

• Domestic Violence Effects on Children

Tuesday, October 29
Have a conversation with at least one person in your life. Answer the question: What is the best way you (and others) can support someone impacted by or experiencing domestic violence.

Wednesday, October 20
Watch “Childhood Trauma and the Brain” (5:10). This video provides an introduction to what happens in the brain after children face traumatic experiences.

Thursday, October 31
Listen to the “BWJP Presents” podcast: “The Impact of IPV on Kids” (35:07).