Here are some social media templates to make engaging in Domestic Violence Action Month easy. Use the hashtag #ywcadvam for posts on social media related to this campaign. Consider the hashtags #DVAM, #SupportSurvivors, and #PaintSpokanePurple to help further amplify your messaging. Engage YWCA Spokane by tagging us online @YWCASpokane on Facebook, Instagram, and/or LinkedIn.

Beyond the below suggested content, consider sharing some of our blog posts on your platforms! Dive into the unique services we offer with our Mission Moment blog series. Learn more here.

• October is Domestic Violence Action Month. Let’s join together and support survivors. Share this post to spread awareness and let those affected know they are not alone.
• 4 in 5 survivors who had not previously called the police were somewhat to extremely afraid to call them in the future.
• In a 2015 survey by the National DV Hotline, survivors reported they were afraid calling the police might result in losing privacy, being stereotyped, having an abusive partner retaliate, or negatively affect their children. [Personal Barriers to Calling the Police graphic]
• October is a powerful reminder that we all have a role to play in ending domestic violence. This Domestic Violence Action Month, attend one of YWCA’s free online training to learn how to support survivors. Together, we can make a difference. Register at ywcaspokane.org/training.
• Your support can change lives! Join YWCA Spokane for a training to learn about the complexities of domestic violence. Register today at ywcaspokane.org/training and help make a difference!
• Every survivor deserves to be believed, supported, and empowered. This October and beyond, let’s educate ourselves about how we support survivors. Learn about the complexities of domestic violence from YWCA Spokane at ywcaspokane.org/training.
• It’s Domestic Violence Action Month, and I’m committed to supporting survivors. Learn more about @ywcaspokane and discover how you can get involved to help end domestic violence.
• This October, let’s shine a light for survivors of domestic violence. Learn about how domestic violence affects our communities and discover ways to support those in need. Together, we can foster a safer and more supportive environment for everyone.
• This October, let’s unite to support survivors of domestic violence. Learn about the impact of domestic violence, share resources, and show your commitment to creating a safer community.
• Purple is the nationally designated color for domestic violence awareness. We’re joining @ywcaspokane to help #PaintSpokanePurple and showing survivors we care.
• I’m joining @ywcaspokane’s DVAM campaign because I want to raise awareness about the prevalence of domestic violence.

• 4 in 5 survivors who had not previously called the police were somewhat to extremely afraid to call them in the future. – The Hotline 2015 Law Enforcement Survey
• More than two-thirds of survivors are afraid that police will not believe them or do anything. – The Hotline 2015 Law Enforcement Survey
• The 2015 Law Enforcement Survey by the National DV Hotline found that survivors were afraid calling the police might result in losing privacy, being stereotyped, having an abusive partner retaliate, or negatively affecting their children. – The Hotline 2015 Law Enforcement Survey
• Washington is one of 23 states with mandatory arrest laws for domestic violence. Mandatory arrest laws require a police officer to arrest a suspected perpetrator at the scene of a DV event, given probable cause that violence against the victim has recently occurred. – Washington State Institute for Public Policy
• According to the Spokane Regional Health District, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 10 men in the Spokane area have experienced some form of domestic violence. – Spokane Regional Health District
• 25% of all violent crime in Spokane is related to domestic violence. – Spokane Police Department
• On average, over 220 individuals each week receive free and confidential services at YWCA Spokane. – 2023 YWCA Spokane Impact Report

Fact Posters (8.5x11) and Square Social Media Graphics

• Spokane County DV Rate - Poster & Square Graphic
• Spokane Violent Crime Rate - Poster & Square Graphic
• Spokane DV Calls to Police - Poster & Square Graphic
• All Posters

DVAM Events and Campaign Awareness Materials

• DVAM Campaign - Handout
• DVAM Events - Flyer
• Barriers to Calling Police - Square Graphic
• Pathways Forward - Square Graphic
• Unquenchable Hope - Square Graphic