đź’ś October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month đź’ś
Domestic violence does not always leave visible injuries. Abuse can include physical violence, but it can also involve intimidation, threats, isolation, financial control, monitoring, sexual coercion, humiliation, and other behaviors used to gain power and control over another person.
Throughout October, Crisis Intervention Shelter Service is joining communities across the country in raising awareness, supporting survivors, and reminding those experiencing abuse that help is available.
Join CISS This October
There are many simple ways to help us raise awareness in our community:
- Wear Purple in support of survivors and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
- Display a “We Stand With Survivors” sign at your business or organization.
- Participate in our “I Wear Purple Because…” campaign and send us a photo.
- Display CISS resource information in a restroom or other private area where someone can access it safely.
- Follow CISS on Facebook and share our DV Awareness Month posts to help information reach more people.
- Join us for our City-Wide Yard Sale on Saturday, October 3, from 8:00 AM–2:00 PM.
- Watch for additional DV Awareness Month activities throughout October.
You Deserve to Feel Safe
If you are experiencing abuse, you do not have to wait until the situation becomes physical or until you are ready to leave to reach out for support.
CISS is here to listen, help you explore your options, develop a safety plan, and connect you with resources.
24-Hour Crisis Line: 1-800-755-8432
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
During Domestic Violence Awareness Month...
You Don’t Have to Know What Comes Next.
You just have to know you don’t have to face it alone. Crisis Intervention Shelter Service provides confidential support, emergency shelter, advocacy, and resources for individuals and families impacted by domestic violence and sexual assault.
A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY!
Because of the incredible support of our community, we raised the funds needed to replace our water heater! We are so grateful to everyone who donated, shared our request, and continues to support CISS and the survivors we serve.
Thank you for showing up for CISS when we need you.
Crisis Intervention Shelter Service would love to extend a heartfelt “thank you” all of our donors!
The Facts
25% of women will be affected by domestic abuse. Every 9 seconds, a woman is assaulted or beaten in the U.S.
The Fight
Every day, 20,000 calls are placed to domestic violence hotlines. Domestic Abuse Advocates are on the front line of domestic abuse and are often the difference between life and death.
The Solutions
Through grants, donations, and volunteering, We are able to assist these women in the most fragile times of their lives. Continued community support is crucial to our ability in serving the women and children who have fallen victim to domestic abuse.
silent witness
IN 1990, A GROUP OF VOLUNTEERS, UPSET ABOUT THE GROWING NUMBER OF WOMEN IN MINNESOTA MURDERED BY THEIR PARTNERS FELT AN URGENCY TO DO SOMETHING TO HONOR THE LIVES OF 26 WOMEN WHO HAD DIED IN 1990 BECAUSE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.
“You can recognize survivors of abuse by their courage. When silence is so very inviting, they step forward and share their truth so others know they aren’t alone.”