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Remember, while each October marks National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, domestic violence is not confined by calendars.

In addition to demonstrating support for victims and advocates, the display of purple ribbons throughout a community conveys a powerful message that there is no place for domestic violence in homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, or schools of its citizens.

Wrap purple ribbons around highly visible trees and/or lampposts.

Hang purple ribbons on doors that are frequently used.

Wear items such as t-shirts, hats and bags with embroidered purple ribbons.

Tie a purple ribbon to your car’s antenna.

Attach purple ribbon pins to your shirt, hat, bag, wallet, keys, etc.

There are many easy ways to display your purple ribbon: Wearing the color purple or your purple ribbon in public not only raises awareness, but also inspires more people to get involved. People wearing purple ribbons let victims know someone cares about them, and they want to help end domestic violence. Hubbard House uses the purple ribbon and the color purple to raise awareness about the crime of domestic violence in our community and encourages you to do the same.Īlthough purple is a symbol of pain and suffering that reminds us of the bruises many people have sustained at the hands of their abusers, purple is also a symbol of hope for those affected by domestic violence.

In 2011, there were more than 111,000 reported cases of domestic violence and 180 domestic violence related deaths in Florida. Wearing a purple ribbon is an easy way to show your support to end domestic violence. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to remind our country of the hidden acts of violence many women, children and men face daily in their homes a place they once associated with comfort and love.