Awareness Month

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and communities throughout the Valley are marking the occasion with events, seminars, training sessions, fundraisers, and collection drives.

As we enter October's Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Maricopa Association of Governments is celebrating the 25-year anniversary of the MAG Regional Domestic Violence Council and raising awareness about the importance of continuing this vital work.

Across the region, people from all walks of life are honoring the courage of survivors and those who help them in recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We look forward to sharing all the diverse ways we lift each other up as we seek an end to violence.

If you have information to share about events being held in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, please use the online form.

Read Survivor and Allies Stories
  • Do you have any stories to share?
    Please email them to Amy St Peter.
  • Do you have any photos of events or buildings lit purple?
    Please use the online form.
Deputy Executive Director
Amy St. Peter

Questions and Prompts

Questions and Prompts for Domestic Violence Survivors
We are collecting personal stories to share as part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We would appreciate any stories that you are willing to share but ask that they be limited to a single page. The following suggested prompts can be used to help shape your statement.

  1. What is your experience with domestic violence?
  2. If you received external assistance - how did that change your experience?
  3. Do you have suggestions as to how our society can better address domestic violence?
  4. What would you share with other people experiencing domestic violence?
  5. What gives you hope as a survivor of domestic violence?

Questions for employees of agencies that address the issue of domestic violence:

  1. What inspired you to work in this field?
  2. How have you been able to able to help people experiencing domestic violence through your job?
  3. What have you personally learned about domestic violence through working with survivors?
  4. What is the most meaningful interaction you have had with a domestic violence survivor?
  5. Is there anything you wish people had a better understanding of when it comes to domestic violence?

Event Calendar

Events All Month Long: Oct. 1-31, 2024
  • DV Control+Alt+Delete Donation Drive
    City of Scottsdale's Victim Advocates Department: Donation drive to support efforts by the non-profit Control+ALT+Delete. Donation bins are located in various city facilities.
  • Eve's Place Survivor's Masks Showcasing
    Location: 12425 W. Bell Rd, Ste 124, Surprise, AZ 85374
    Showcasing survivor's masks at the Surprise Resource Center the entire month of October
    8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Mondays/Tuesdays
    8 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Wednesdays/Thursdays
    8 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Fridays
  • Sojourner Center Domestic Violence Support
    Location: 12425 W. Bell Rd, Ste 124, Surprise, AZ 85374
    Sojourner Center offers support to supportive services to those affected by Violence. Sojourner Center offers services at the Surprise Resource Center on Thursdays from 9:00am- 5:00pm. For more information, please contact Sojourner Center at 602-244-0997, walk ins are welcome.
What to include your event?   2024 Event Submission Form
Purple Lighting in October
  • City of Avondale Police Department
    11485 W. Civic Center Drive, Avondale, AZ 85323
  • City of El Mirage City Hall, Police and Fire Stations
    10000 N El Mirage Road, El Mirage, AZ 85335
  • Town of Fountain Hills Town Hall
    Lighting of the Fountain every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
    Fountain Park, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
  • City of Goodyear City Hall
    1900 N Civic Square, Goodyear, AZ 85395
  • Maricopa County Administration Building
    301 W Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85003
  • Town of Queen Creek Chambers
    20727 E Civic Pkwy, Queen Creek, Arizona 85142
  • City Of Surprise City Hall
    16000 N. Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ 85374

MAG Regional Domestic Violence Council Commemorates 25th Anniversary

Those looking for help to escape abuse are encouraged to speak with someone they trust, create a plan for their safety (including the safety of children and pets), and contact a domestic violence provider in the community for additional resources. Domestic violence providers work closely with the homeless provider system to help survivors find shelter and ensure their safety is a priority.

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