Domestic Violence

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. If you would like information or have information about events or materials, please visit Events Around the Region.

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Every 44 minutes in Arizona, one or more children witness domestic violence.

  • About 1 in 4 women and nearly 1 in 10 men have experienced sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner during their lifetime and reported at least one impact of the violence (like being concerned for their safety).

  • Over 43 million women and about 38 million men experienced psychological aggression by an intimate partner in their lifetime.

  • Stalking Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center (SPARC) - Resources

  • NCADV | National Coalition Against Domestic Violence - Take a Stand is a call to action meant to bring attention to the issue of domestic violence for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and throughout the year.

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Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Please join us in helping to make domestic violence zero in the region.
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Events Around the Region

Communities throughout the valley are marking the occasion with events, seminars, training sessions, fundraisers, and collection drives.
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Find Help

You are not alone.
Find the resources you or someone you know needs today.
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Protective Orders

Guided help to complete an Order of Protection, and Injunction Against Harassment, or an Injunction Against Workplace Harassment at an Arizona court. There is NO FEE to use AZPOINT.
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Teen Dating Violence Awareness

February is Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Get facts and resources to support teens in your community.
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Regional Domestic Violence Council

Providing a forum for communication and coordinated action for issues related to domestic violence in the MAG region.

In Danger and Can't Call 9-1-1? Try Texting

If you are in danger and can’t make a voice call to 9-1-1, one lifesaving option might be to text instead. If you live in Maricopa County, simply type 911 into the “to” field of your text message. Be prepared to give your address, as responders won’t be able to see your location as they would through a voice call. That’s one reason we say, “Call if you can. Text if you cant.” This technology will soon be available in other counties in Arizona as well. You are NOT alone!

MAG in a Minute Video
The Maricopa Association of Governments works to enhance people's quality of life. In this short video, learn more about our efforts to address homelessness, domestic violence, litter prevention, and building communities that work for people of all ages and disabilities to ensure people can live whole, vibrant, and safe lives.