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“Behind the Make-up” a play about Domestic Violence

For three nights only the women of “Behind the Makeup” Monologues will uncover the ugly truth in a theater production designed to raise awareness about the issue of domestic violence. This play, written by Jewell Medley, a local of Halifax County, and was inspired by Jewel’s own experience with of domestic violence.  When Jewell was 15 her mother was murdered by her husband, and after killing her mother, he turned the gun on himself.

Performances will be Friday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 2, at 3 p.m.

Tickets are available for purchase now at The Prizery box office (700 Bruce Street, South Boston, VA 24592) and they may also be purchased by phone at 434-572-8339 or online at http://www.prizery.com.

Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors.

Proceeds from this event benefit the Domestic Violence Program of Tri-County Community Action Agency, Inc.

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Ways to Support DV Awareness #24 – Walk a Mile in my Shoes

Plan a Walk a Mile In My Shoes event to raise awareness and funds for your local center.

October 24, 2010 Walk A Mile In My Shoes. Byrd Park Vita Course 09:00 a. m. – 1:00 p.m. Join us for a walk to discuss the children living in homes where Domestic Violence occurs frequently. Donate clothing, cell phones and shoes to help these families in times of need. We are focused on family relationships, friendships, and encouraging everyone to become empowered to help a friend affected by domestic violence. For additional information please contact Sgt. Carol D. Adams at 4th Precinct or 646-4105.

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Ways to Support DV Awareness #14 – Speak to your school’s PTA

Speak to your school’s PTA. Get Break the Cycle’s tips!

Does your community need to be better informed about how to prevent teen dating violence? Speak out now about the importance of addressing abuse.

Break the Cycle’s Speak Up. Speak Out. Speak Now! toolkit provides all the guidance and resources you need to raise awareness in your community about dating violence and Break the Cycle’s important work addressing the issue.

Find a step-by-step guide to get trained and speak out today.

  • Download the Speak Up. Speak Out. Speak Now! manual
  • Download the Speak Up. Speak Out. Speak Now! slideshow

Once you’re comfortable speaking about abuse, set up a table at your local church or gym with the handouts included in the kit. You will be answering questions and raising awareness in now time!

Want to do more? Help your community by building a model for future activism! Document your work by taking photos and keeping notes on successes and lessons learned. Send your thoughts to volunteer@breaktheycle.org. We’ll use them to encourage others to join you in the national movement against domestic violence.

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Ways to Support DV Awareness #9 Attend Empowerment Tour

Host or attend an Empowerment Tour.  In Richmond, VA:

October 9 1st Annual Empowerment Tour Sponsored by Lyrically Inspired, Inc. 7:30pm at Byrd Theatre, 2908 West Cary Street, Richmond.

This show will be comprised of spoken word, fashion and theatre as an avenue to bring awareness to the epidemic of domestic violence. Nationally renowned spoken word artists will empower attendees with words while fashions from featured designers such as Michael Taylor Couture will grace the stage. An ongoing theatrical performance will tie both the words of empowerment and sophisticated style together in order to educate the audience about the epidemic of domestic violence and to empower them as well. This show will be hosted by Poet from Washington, D.C.’s radio station WPCG 95.5 accompanied by DJ Lonnie B of Power 92.1.

For more information contact Stacie Vecchietti at 804-249-9470 15.

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Ways to Support Domestic Violence Awareness #5

Host an awareness event to support your local shelter. Examples:

  • Valentine’s Anytime Party:  February 14th only comes once a year, but Break the Cycle encourages you to celebrate healthy relationships all year round!  Valentine’s Anytime is a fun way for anyone and everyone to get involved in the movement to end domestic violence. Throw a party that’s just your style – cocktails or potluck, wine tasting or tea sandwiches – and help stop abuse.

What Can a Party Do?

A party is a great way to raise awareness and money for your local anti-violence agency programs to end dating violence.   Your local shelter will provide you with tips on how to talk about abuse and ask for donations.

For my Fredericksburg friends:  contact us at RCASA to host a party for teen violence prevention.

For my Richmond friends: contact the YWCA or Safe Harbor to support efforts in the Richmond region.

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Ways to Support Domestic Violence Awareness Month #4

Attend an event in your area that supports Domestic Violence Awareness.

Richmond, VA area events this week:

  • Participate in a Candlelight Vigil to honor LGBTQ victims of violence and hate crimes – Monday, October 4th, at 10 p.m. in the VCU Compass. Details about this vigil
  • Attend a video presentation:  “Telling Amy’s Story: A Virginia Currents’ Special” featuring a panel discussion on domestic violence prevention in our community Date: Tuesday, October 5, 2010, Time: 5:30-7:30 pm (reception at 5:30, live studio taping 6:30-7:30), Location: Studios of the Community Idea Stations 23 Sesame Street,  Richmond, VA 23235
    The taped panel discussion will follow the broadcast of the “Telling Amy’s Story” documentary on public television stations statewide Thursday, October 7 in honor of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
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Ways to Support Domestic Violence Awareness Month #3

Wear a purple ribbon or pin all month to show your support to end interpersonal violence against women.  Tell anyone who asks what the purple ribbon stands for and how they can support efforts to end violence.

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Ways to Support Domestic Violence Awareness Month #2

Join the Virginia Sexual and Domestic Violence Action Alliance as a sustaining member.  Supporting the statewide coalition helps you support local efforts with training of professionals serving in the field, advocacy to change legislation to effect greater protections for our community, fund major campaigns to educate the general public, support primary prevention activities in all communities, and fund a state-wide hotline service for survivors and their partners and families.

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