WARREN, Ark. – The City of Warren, in collaboration with the Warren Woman’s Club and the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence, has officially declared October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Mayor Gregg Reep signed the proclamation on October 2, urging the community to come together in support of domestic violence survivors and to raise awareness of the issue that affects families across the country.
The proclamation highlights that domestic violence impacts women, children, and men and is a pervasive issue across various communities. To show support, Mayor Reep and the Warren Woman’s Club are encouraging educators, business leaders, church leaders, and the general public to wear purple ribbons daily throughout October. Thursday, October 17, has been designated as Purple Day, a day for everyone to wear purple as a symbol of peace, courage, survival, and personal dedication to domestic violence awareness.
The Warren Woman’s Club, under the leadership of President Jonalyn Reep, emphasizes the importance of public recognition and efforts in reducing domestic violence. “Families, lives, and relationships are destroyed by this societal issue; women, children, and men are affected by domestic violence,” the organization stated in their release. The club continues to promote awareness and supports shelters for victims of domestic violence in the area.
This local declaration is part of a national effort that began in 1987 when Domestic Violence Awareness Month was first observed, with purple becoming the color of the movement. The city joins in the national conversation and encourages everyone to participate and show their support for survivors.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available.
Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-7233 or text BEGIN to 88788. Support is available 24/7 in English, Spanish, and over 200 other languages through interpretation services.
